UTM leader Dalitso Kabambe, together with Mary Chilima, wife of the party’s former leader Saulos Chilima, officially launched the party’s manifesto ahead of the September 16 General Election.
The launch outlined key policy priorities that the party plans to implement if elected to power.
Among the major points in the manifesto are commitments to expand agricultural development across Malawi.
The manifesto also emphasises creating more employment opportunities for Malawians.
Additionally, the party pledged to boost the mining sector as part of its economic growth strategy.
Kabambe and the party leadership further promised to increase Malawi’s production of goods for export, aiming to improve trade balances and stimulate local industries.
The manifesto launch was attended by party officials and supporters, marking a significant step in UTM’s campaign ahead of the upcoming elections.
Concluding Analysis
The UTM manifesto signals a strategic focus on economic transformation, with particular attention to agriculture, mining, and export-led industrialisation.
By highlighting job creation and boosting local production, the party aims to address long-standing issues of unemployment and economic underperformance.
However, translating these commitments into measurable outcomes will require a clear implementation roadmap, robust governance, and mechanisms to monitor accountability.
The launch also positions Mary Chilima in a visible political role, reflecting the party’s attempt to consolidate its leadership image and broaden its appeal among voters.
If effectively executed, these policies could provide Malawi with a framework for sustainable economic growth and enhanced industrial capacity, offering voters an alternative vision to existing government strategies.
