Tag: Dpp
DPP Struggles to Recover Hacked Facebook Page
By Burnett Munthali The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is currently facing a significant challenge as its official Facebook page remains inaccessible following a hacking incident by unknown individuals. This situation has raised concerns about the party’s ability to communicate effectively with the public in an increasingly digital age. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President Banda […]
DPP senior officials arrive at Golden Peacock Hotel to address Malawians on national issues
By Burnett Munthali Senior officials from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), led by the Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Honourable Dr. George Chaponda MP, and DPP Secretary General Honourable Peter Mukhito, have arrived at Golden Peacock Hotel in Lilongwe to address Malawians on various pressing issues affecting the nation. The highly anticipated press briefing has […]
Registrar rejects DPP’s case, citing abuse of court Processes
By Burnett Munthali The Office of the Registrar of the High Court and Supreme Court has rejected the Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) application challenging the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) over the mandatory use of national identity cards for voter registration. The DPP argued that the requirement could disenfranchise eligible voters who lack ID cards due […]
DPP to ADDRESS Malawians on Thursday, October 10, 2024
By Burnett Munthali The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has announced an important public address scheduled for Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 14:00 hours at the Golden Peacock Hotel in Lilongwe. The announcement was made through the party’s official Facebook page, under the hashtag #MCPitamanga, hinting at a possible critique of the ruling Malawi Congress Party […]
DPP media desk statement on hacked official facebook page
By Burnett Munthali In an unsettling development for supporters of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and the wider public, the party’s official Facebook page—Democratic Progressive Party Malawi—has reportedly been tampered with by what the DPP describes as “enemies of democracy.” The incident, which was brought to light in an official statement from the DPP Media […]
Analysis: The MCP’s accusation against Peter Mutharika and the DPP’s mobilisation of youths over the ID card registration system
By Burnett Munthali The governing Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has recently leveled a serious accusation against opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) leader, Peter Mutharika, alleging that he is mobilising youths to stage nationwide protests against the national identity (ID) card registration system. This development has stirred the political waters in Malawi, as both parties prepare […]
DPP opposes National ID usage in 2025 elections, citing fairness and transparency concerns
By Burnett Munthali As Malawi prepares for its crucial 2025 elections, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has voiced its strong opposition to the use of national IDs as the primary method of voter identification. The party has raised several concerns about fairness, transparency, and potential manipulation of the electoral process. Read moreZuneth Sattar’s investigation: Why […]
AFORD denies allegations of commenting on remarks attributed to DPP’s Eastern Region Governor, Daudi Chikwanje
By Burnett Munthali Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) has firmly denied reports that it issued any statement regarding the controversial remarks allegedly made by Daudi Chikwanje, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) governor for the Eastern Region. A letter that has been circulating and is believed to be from AFORD has condemned these remarks, suggesting that they […]
DPP’s Daud Chikwanje faces backlash over alleged pro-violence remarks in Machinga
By Burnett Munthali Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Deputy Secretary General Daud Chikwanje has come under heavy criticism from the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and political commentators following alleged pro-violent remarks he made during a rally in Nsanama, Machinga District, over the weekend. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President Banda to fight corruptionChikwanje reportedly encouraged […]
National Anthem Performance Stirs Debate: ‘Ladies and Gentlemen, Wabetcha Loya APM’
By Burnett Munthali In what has become a much-talked-about moment in Malawian politics, a performance referred to as “National Anthem Ladies and Gentlemen, Wabetcha Loya APM” has captured the public’s attention, sparking conversation across social media platforms. The phrase appears to have been used during a public event in which the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) […]