Political analysts have cautioned that the decision by independent Members of Parliament (MPs) to join political parties after elections could undermine public trust and weaken democratic accountability.
Presidential advisor for the UTM party, Newton Kambala has announced his resignation from the position effective today.
Despite Malawi’s legal framework designed to promote fair and inclusive electoral competition, the country’s general elections held on September 16, 2025, were once again overshadowed by practices that continue to marginalize women in politics.
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) and COMESA have commended Malawi for holding a peaceful general election election.
The NGO Gender Coordination Network (NGO-GCN) is leading a fresh charge to introduce legislative quotas for women in politics, arguing the measure is essential to achieve gender parity in Malawi’s governance structures.
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