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Malawi Champions Stronger Russia–Africa Ties at Ministerial Conference in Cairo

By Suleman Chitera Malawi has once again stepped confidently onto the global diplomatic stage, reaffirming its commitment to meaningful international partnerships that deliver real development results for its people. Speaking at the Second Ministerial Conference of the Russia–Africa Partnership Forum currently underway in Cairo, Egypt, Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. George Chaponda delivered Malawi’s official […]

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Malawi, WFP Step Up Hunger Relief Efforts

By Suleman Chitera Lilongwe, Malawi – Malawi’s Minister of Agriculture, Dr. George Chaponda, met with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) Country Representative, Hyoung-Joon Lim, to fast-track food aid for communities facing hunger. Dr. Chaponda thanked WFP for its continued support in areas like nutrition, logistics, and early warning systems, while urging faster delivery […]

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Chaponda Appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs in Mutharika’s New Cabinet

By Suleman Chitera Lilongwe, Malawi – October 2025: President Arthur Peter Mutharika has appointed Hon. Dr. George Chaponda as the new Minister of Foreign Affairs, marking his return to one of the most strategic positions in Malawi’s Cabinet. The appointment comes as part of President Mutharika’s newly announced Cabinet, which blends experience and youthful energy […]

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George Chaponda opposes MACRA’s plan to buy misinformation tracking device

By Burnett Munthali The Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Dr. George Chaponda, has strongly opposed the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA)’s plan to purchase a device for tracking misinformation and disinformation online. In a letter issued this afternoon, Dr. Chaponda criticized the decision to spend USD 1.5 million (over MWK 3 billion) on the device, […]

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Chaponda describes 2024 a year of darkness and void of leadership

2024 a year of MCP youths in masks armed with pangas in full view of police officers By Vincent Gunde Leader of Opposition in Parliament Right Honorable Dr. George Chaponda has described 2024 as a year of darkness, marked by tragic loss, suffering, and a consistent failure of leadership at every level of government. Chaponda […]

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Opposition Leader George Chaponda warns of tough year ahead for Malawi

By Burnett Munthali In a statement marking the close of 2024, George Chaponda, leader of Malawi’s opposition parties, has warned that the country will face significant challenges in the upcoming year. Chaponda outlined a series of economic and political difficulties that he believes will make it hard for Malawians to forget 2024. According to Chaponda, […]

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Leader of Opposition George Chaponda urges President Chakwera to reject recently passed bills

By Burnett Munthali Leader of Opposition George Chaponda has issued a stern call to President Lazarus Chakwera, urging him not to sign into law the recently passed Bills on Insurance and the Liquid Fuels and Gas (Production and Supply) Act (Amendment). Chaponda argued that these Bills were inadequately scrutinized and did not meet the required […]

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Malawians react to Rick Dzida’s comments on burden of proof and Chaponda allegations

By Burnett Munthali Rick Dzida’s remarks on the obligation of the Leader of the Opposition, Dr. George Chaponda, to provide evidence for his allegations against the National Registration Bureau (NRB) have sparked mixed reactions among Malawians. Dzida, emphasizing a logical principle that “whoever alleges must provide the evidence,” argued that the onus lies on Chaponda […]

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Rick Dzida criticizes George Chaponda’s allegations on NRB printing IDs

By Burnett Munthali Social commentator Rick Dzida has weighed in on the ongoing debate regarding allegations by the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Dr. George Chaponda, that the National Registration Bureau (NRB) is secretly printing new national IDs. Speaking on the popular Politics and Ideologies platform, Dzida stressed the importance of evidence in political […]

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Leader of Opposition George Chaponda Calls for Parliamentary Visit to NRB Warehouse and MEC Servers

By Burnett Munthali In a move to gather first-hand information on crucial matters affecting the electoral process, Leader of the Opposition, George Chaponda, has today requested the Speaker’s office to facilitate a visit by the entire House to a warehouse in Kanengo, Lilongwe, where the National Registration Bureau (NRB) is sorting out national IDs. Chaponda’s […]