Opinion Posts

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

Apr 23, 2025 Burnett Munthali 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… ...

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

Apr 20, 2025 Burnett Munthali 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… ...

Will electoral irregularities and anomalies massively contribute  to President Chakwera’s victory in 2025 presidential race?

Apr 14, 2025 Rick Dzida 0 &

As the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chairperson and the daughter of late John Tembo, a veteran of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), Anabel Ntalimanja’s competence of managing the 2025 general elections has raised dire concerns.… ...

The curtain falls: Parliament says Au Revoir to some MPs

Apr 12, 2025 Jones Gadama 0 &

As the Parliament of Malawi adjourns sine die after an intense eight-week session, it is a moment of reflection for many, particularly for those members of Parliament (MPs) who will not return to the hallowed… ...

Government silencing of public officers: A dangerous erosion of democracy and accountability

Apr 05, 2025 Burnett Munthali 0 &

In recent months, there has been an alarming trend in Malawi, where government officials and public servants are increasingly being silenced by the very institutions they serve. This practice is not just a minor inconvenience,… ...

Ensuring free, fair elections: responsibilities of political parties, voters

Mar 31, 2025 Ephraim Mkali Banda 1 &

As the country approaches the upcoming elections on September 16, 2025, political parties and voters must fulfil their respective roles to ensure a free, fair, and credible electoral process.  Elections are the foundation of democracy,… ...

Malawi Teachers’ Plight Continues

Mar 15, 2025 Brighton Namithambo 0 &

It has been over a year since the mass promotion of secondary school teachers in February 2024, yet the Malawi Government has not fulfilled its commitments, leaving many teachers in a state of financial distress… ...