A year after the tragic loss of Vice President Saulos Chilima and eight others, Malawi stands at a crossroads, one marked by sorrow, remembrance, and the rare opportunity for national unity. But instead of coming together in collective grief, the nation is witnessing a divided commemoration, where symbolism speaks louder than words. This was a moment when grief should have brought us together, not pushed us further apart
The then Minister of Homeland Security, Ken Zikhale Ngoma, used his power to weave lies and push a political agenda that harmed the very people I sought to protect—unarmed, vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers.
As the UTM convention draws nearer, the political landscape within the party has intensified, with presidential candidate Dr. Dalitso Kabambe receiving a series of high-profile endorsements from influential figures such as Hon. Willet Kalonga, Hon. Allan Ngumuya, Hon. Penjani Kalua, Hon. Elsie Mituka, Hon. Alex Bulirani, and several others.
In this opinion, Governance and Human Rights Advocate Undule Mwakasungula analyses opportunities the February 25, 2024, Pastoral Letter of the Catholic Bishops in Malawi presents to both the government and citizens. Excerpts:
We often find ourselves entangled in relationships that prove emotionally draining. These encounters, marked by a delicate balance of charm and criticism, prompt reflection on the dynamics of narcissism and codependency.
In the interest of governance, the separation of government and party businesses stands as a cornerstone principle for ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficient resource management.Â
By now, every Malawian knows that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) leadership succession battle has blossomed into a full-blown malaise that has been playing out in the public domain for some time. This time, the battle has been taken further to the arena of Parliament of Malawi.
Ever since Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika (APM) lost to President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera in a Fresh Presidential Election in June 2020, he has tried his best to ‘fight’ Chakwera through George Chaponda.
Life's journey is a tapestry woven with experiences that shape the core of our being. As Steve Jobs wisely observed, "You can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backward."