Stevie Duwa Archives

MESN blames politicians over low voter turn out

Nov 03, 2016 Luke Bisani 9 &

The Malawi Electoral Support Network (MESN) has blamed politicians over voter apathy in the country arguing that they betray voters once elected in power. The development follows low turn up of voters in the November… ...

MESN wants smooth November by-elections

Sep 30, 2016 Patience Mandala 0 &

Malawi Electoral Support Network (MESN) says it will actively take part in ensuring that the by-elections slated for November this year do not meet the challenges that were observed in 2014 general tripartite elections. The… ...

MESN applauds MEC for suspending bosses

Sep 07, 2016 Luke Bisani 0 &

The Malawi Electoral Support Network (MESN) has commended commissioners for Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) for sending top bosses at the commission on forced leave following reports of financial mismanagement at the electoral body. Speaking to… ...

MESN calls for a changed MEC

Jul 15, 2016 Luke Bisani 3 &

The Malawi Electoral Support Network (MESN) has urged the newly elected commissioners of Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) to work honestly towards proposed reforms. Speaking to the commissioners on Wednesday in Blantyre, MESN board chairperson Stevie… ...

New MEC commissioners urged to start work soon

Jun 08, 2016 Luke Bisani 0 &

The Malawi Electoral Support Network (MESN) has urged the newly appointed commissioners of Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) to start work immediately. Speaking in an interview with Malawi24, MESN board chairperson Steve Duwa said the commissioners… ...

MESN members urged to work in unity

Jun 03, 2016 Luke Bisani 6 &

The Malawi Electoral Support Network (MESN) has called on all members to work in unity towards protection and safeguarding votes in the 2019 elections. Speaking to members of the press during presentation of the 2016-2020… ...

MESN calls for speedy appointment of MEC commissioners

May 25, 2016 Luke Bisani 5 &

The Malawi Electoral Support Network (MESN) has expressed 'serious' concerns over delay to appoint new commissioners for Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC). In a statement signed by MESN board chairperson Stevie Duwa, the organisation is worried… ...

MESN bemoans non-inclusive electoral laws commission

May 13, 2016 Luke Bisani 0 &

The Malawi Electoral Support Network (MESN) has lamented the exclusion of vulnerable groups from the special law commission which will review the country’s electoral laws. According to MESN, people with disabilities have been omitted and… ...

MESN condemns political violence

Apr 21, 2016 Luke Bisani 1 &

The Malawi Electoral Support Network (MESN) has called on political parties to curb political violence, arguing that the misconducts disturb the peace Malawi is known for. The remarks follow a fracas during a joint rally… ...