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Malawi braces for Michael Usi’s Sunday bombshell as new movement launch nears

Apr 24, 2025 0

The atmosphere in Malawi’s political landscape is increasingly tense as Sunday draws closer. Vice President Michael Usi is set to unveil his new political movement, Odya Zake Alibe Mulandu, an event that has stirred both… ...

In defence of strategy: Why DPP must embrace unity over fear

Apr 23, 2025 0

Political discourse in Malawi deserves more maturity than character assassinations and personal vendettas. Che Bisika’s recent piece paints Dalitso Kabambe as a villain rather than engaging with the broader strategic question facing the DPP: how… ...

Is history repeating itself? Lessons from the 2020 Tonse Alliance for new DPP talks

Apr 23, 2025 0

As Malawi inches closer to the 2025 general elections, opposition parties are once again flirting with the idea of forming a political alliance. At the centre of this evolving discourse is the Democratic Progressive Party… ...

When electoral umpire fails: What Malawian citizens can do if MEC becomes adamant?

Apr 22, 2025 0

In any democracy, the conduct of free, fair, and credible elections lies at the heart of political legitimacy and public trust. In Malawi, this sacred responsibility is entrusted to the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), a… ...

Mutharika pays tribute to Yasin Osman, hails his legacy in Malawian Football

Apr 22, 2025 0

Former President Arthur Peter Mutharika has joined thousands of Malawians in mourning the passing of football legend Yasin Osman, whose remains were laid to rest this morning in his home district of Balaka. Writing on… ...

Katsonga urges Malawi to embrace local production to boost national economy

Apr 21, 2025 0

Mark Katsonga Phiri of the People’s Progressive Movement (PPM) has said that Malawi has great potential to produce goods that can help develop the country’s economy. He said Malawi does not need to depend heavily… ...

Malawi at defining crossroads: Choosing between failed leadership and a visionary future in 2025 elections

Apr 20, 2025 0

As the clock ticks toward Malawi’s tripartite elections on 16 September 2025, the nation finds itself once again at a decisive crossroads — a moment laden with historical weight, political consequence, and moral urgency. The… ...