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MEC worried over voter apathy in Nsanje

Jun 25, 2021 0

Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) says there could be lack of interest among voters in the June 29 by-elections because politicians have not conducted many campaign rallies ahead of the polls. Commissioner Caroline Mfune noted that… ...

Abida Mia intensifies campaign for MCP candidate in Nsanje

Jun 22, 2021 0

Deputy Minister of Lands and Housing Hounarable Abida Mia has intensified campaign for the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) candidate for Nsanje Lalanje ward ahead of the June 29 by-elections. Speaking when she held what could… ...

Over 300 traditional, religious leaders engaged to aid in voter mobilisation in Nsanje

Jun 15, 2021 0

The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has engaged over 300 Traditional and Religious leaders in Nsanje district to aid in voter mobilisation ahead of by elections in the district. The development follows fears of possible voter… ...

MEC to conduct research on voter apathy

Jun 09, 2021 0

The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has announced plans to conduct research aimed at determining some of the factors that lead to voter apathy particularly during by-elections in the country. Speaking in Nsanje at the end… ...

Do not compromise on standards – MEC commissioner advises district elections team

May 25, 2021 0

Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Commissioner Arthur Nanthulu has called on the District Elections Supervisory Team (DEST) for Nsanje District to ensure that all set procedures and guidelines are adhered to during next month's by elections.… ...

Don’t lie to voters, MEC commissioner tells politicians

May 23, 2021 0

Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Commissioner Steven Duwa has decried the tendency by some politicians in the country who shun their campaign promises once elected, saying such conduct is retrogressive. Speaking at Magoti Primary school on… ...

Electoral stakeholders intensify efforts to ensure peace during by-elections

Mar 29, 2021 0

Electoral Stakeholders in Chikwawa have intensified efforts to ensure that no incidence of violence is registered during Tuesday's by-elections and after the polls. This follows reports of some incidence of violence already registered in other… ...