Tag: UTM
MCP Snubbed from Saulos Chilima Memorial as UTM Confirms Party Was Deliberately Left Out
By Suleman Chitera The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) says it will not attend this year’s memorial ceremony for late former Vice President and UTM leader Saulos Chilima after allegedly being excluded from the official invitation list by the United Transformation Movement (UTM). Read moreAllegations of a coup plot sour diplomatic tiesThe memorial event is expected […]
Dalitso Kabambe Storms Njamba Freedom Park for UTM’s Final Mega Rally
By Burnett Munthali UTM Party president Dalitso Kabambe arrived at Njamba Freedom Park on Saturday to preside over the party’s final mega rally. The gathering marks the culmination of the UTM’s nationwide campaign trail ahead of next week’s highly anticipated elections. Read moreMalawi Government Faulted Over Arrests of Coup SuspectsSupporters turned out in large numbers, […]
Blantyre Shadow MP Highlights Challenges Faced by Small-Scale Traders
By Steven Godfrey Mkweteza Richard Makondi, United Transformation Movement (UTM) shadow Member of Parliament for Chilomoni, Kabula, Nancholi, and Manyowe constituency, has expressed concern over the current business operating environment for vendors in Blantyre city. Makondi believes this situation hinders efforts to improve the lives of vendors and the country’s economic development. Read moreMalawi Freedom […]
High Court Orders MEC to Accept UTM’s Daniel Binda Nomination in Nkhotakota Liwalazi
By Suleman Chitera Lilongwe, Malawi – The High Court in Lilongwe has ruled in favor of United Transformation Movement (UTM) parliamentary aspirant Daniel Binda, directing the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) to allow him to contest in the Nkhotakota Liwalazi constituency. Binda, who initially submitted his nomination papers with the youth candidate fee, had his nomination […]
UTM Candidate Mustafa Pongolani Arrested in Machinga Over Violence Allegations
The 2025 Malawi general elections campaign has taken another dramatic turn after UTM parliamentary aspirant Mustafa Pongolani was arrested in Machinga District on allegations of inciting violence and injuring a supporter of his rival candidate. According to Ntaja Police in Machinga, Pongolani, who is contesting for a parliamentary seat in Machinga East Constituency, was taken […]
Mulhako Board notes with dismay UTM using its structures
By Vincent Gunde The Board of Trustees for Mulhako wa Alhomwe, says it has noted with dismay and disappointment over the conduct of UTM leaders who have resorted to using Mulhako wa Alhomwe structures for their political gains. The Board has condemned and warn UTM leadership in strongest terms for using its structures for political […]
UTM and DPP Join Forces to Safeguard Electoral Integrity in Malawi
Political analysts suggest that this alliance could signal a broader opposition strategy to present a united front ahead of future elections. However, some observers question whether this cooperation will extend beyond electoral monitoring, given the historically competitive relationship between the two parties.
UTM Governor calls for President Chakwera’s removal to uncover truth behind plane crash
By Burnett Munthali In a bold and controversial statement, Frackson Kadziotche Kanjele, the UTM Party Governor for Lilongwe District, has claimed that Malawians will only know the full truth about the plane crash tragedy once President Lazarus Chakwera is removed from office. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President Banda to fight corruptionSpeaking at a political […]
James Chidumayo Nkhata resigns from UTM, cites focus on personal businesses
By Burnett Munthali Former UTM Youth Achievers member, Comrade James Chidumayo Nkhata from Mzimba, has announced his resignation from the party, citing personal business commitments as his primary reason for stepping away from political activities. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President Banda to fight corruptionNkhata made his resignation public through a social media post, where […]
UTM’s vision: Tackling corruption to foster national development
By Burnett Munthali Helen Chabunya, the second-in-command for the UTM party in the Central Region, recently spoke at a political rally held at Bata sports ground in Salima, where the party was hosting a gathering to discuss its mission and political objectives. Chabunya’s speech revolved around the UTM party’s commitment to eradicating corruption and fostering […]