Politics Posts

CSOs in Mzimba to hold elections with MEC oversight for fair process

Nov 13, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

The Mzimba district Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) are set to hold elections tomorrow to choose new leaders. Christopher Melele, the current Chairperson and Executive Director of the Mzimba Institute for Development Communication Trust (MIDCT), explained… ...

Peaceful protests? Not on MCP’s watch – welcome to fear factor

Nov 13, 2024 Malawi24 Reporter 0 &

We’re witnessing a disturbing scene in Malawi, where thugs have been sent to intimidate and disrupt peaceful demonstrators exercising their democratic right to demand the resignation of the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) chairperson, Annabel Mtalimanja,… ...

Man attacked by Nsundwe youths in Lilongwe

Nov 13, 2024 Burnett Munthali 0 &

A man was viciously attacked and left injured after being targeted by a group of youths from Msundwe while he was going about his business in the heart of Lilongwe on Wednesday, November 13th.  The… ...

Kabwila challenges opposition to provide evidence of alleged intimidation tactics

Nov 13, 2024 Burnett Munthali 0 &

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) spokesperson Jessie Kabwila has called on opposition parties to present evidence supporting their claims that the MCP is responsible for sending groups of men armed with pangas to intimidate protesters in… ...

Chilima’s Demise: A Void in Malawi’s Politics

Nov 13, 2024 Malawi24 Reporter 0 &

The sudden passing of Vice President Saulos Chilima in June this year left a void in Malawi's political landscape, sparking unanswered questions about his plans, particularly regarding the Tonse Alliance. Last year, United Transformation Movement… ...

Leave MEC alone, CSOs tell opposition parties

Nov 13, 2024 Malawi24 Reporter 0 &

A group calling itself Concerned Citizens has asked Opposition members to stop putting pressure on Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) chairperson Annabel Mtalimanja and other staff members, saying doing so will affect the work the institution… ...

Usi criticized for condemning UTM Elective Convention

Nov 12, 2024 Malawi24 Reporter 0 &

Malawi's Vice President, Michael Usi, faces criticism for publicly stating on Facebook that the United Transformation Movement's (UTM) elective convention violates party protocols and undermines internal democracy. Usi indicated that the organizers of the convention… ...