By Undule Mwakasungula – (Right Activist) As we get closer to election day, 16th Sept we have seen many opinion polls being released in the country. On the surface, one would think these polls are meant to help voters understand where the race stands and to guide people in making informed choices. But when I […]
By Twink Jones Gadama The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has come out swinging in defense of former President Peter Mutharika’s recent national address, slamming Undule Mwakasungula for his biased and unfounded claims about the speech. In a strongly-worded press release, the DPP denounced Mwakasungula’s assertion that only the current president can deliver a national address, […]
By Twink Jones Gadama In the complex political landscape of Malawi, the interplay between former and current leaders often stirs controversy, particularly when it comes to the interpretation of constitutional rights and responsibilities. The recent accusations leveled by Undule Mwakasangula, an agent of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), against former President Arthur Peter Mutharika, have […]
By Burnett Munthali Governance and Human Rights Advocate Undule Mwakasungula recently criticized former President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika (APM) for calling his recent speech a “national address,” claiming that such a privilege is reserved exclusively for sitting presidents. While Mwakasungula’s concerns reflect a broader debate on the relevance and roles of former presidents in shaping […]
Renowned governance activist Undule Mwakasungula has called on the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) to partner with civil society organizations to boost voter registration. In a press statement, Mwakasungula expressed concern over the low 65% turnout in the first phase, highlighting a significant gender gap with 56.7% male and 72% female registrants. Mwakasungula emphasized the need […]
By Burnett Munthali In the wake of the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of Vice President Saulos Chilima and eight others, Malawi has rallied around calls for transparency and accountability in the investigation. Governance and Human Rights Advocate Undule Mwakasungula has expressed disappointment over the decision of Sylvester Namiwa, the Executive Director of […]
By Draxon Maloya Governance and Human Rights Advocate, Undule Mwakasungula has advised all eligible Malawians to go and get registered ahead of next year’s General Elections. Mwakasungula’s call comes as the Malawi Electoral Commission-MEC has today commenced Phase one (1) of the voter registration for the 2025 General Elections which will run up to 3rd November […]
By Draxon Maloya Governance and Human Rights advocate Undule Mwakasungula has commended government for the sound fiscal monetary policies that have resulted into enticing the European Union (EU) to resume the budgetary support to Malawi after a decade-long pause. The EU has allocated €55 million, with €50 million directed towards budgetary support over 30 months, a significant […]
By Burnett Munthali Prominent political analysts and governance commentators, Undule Mwakasungula and Boniface Dulani, have offered contrasting opinions on the proposal to reinstate the law that would empower citizens to recall their Members of Parliament (MPs) if they fail to perform effectively. This debate has gained momentum following concerns raised by the people of the […]
By Draxon Maloya The reopening of the Marka Border Railway Station and the arrival of 1.2 million liters of petroleum products from Beira, Mozambique marks a significant milestone for Malawi. After being inactive for 42 years, the railway line is now operational again, offering the shortest and most cost-effective route for fuel importation compared to […]
