Second Vice President Enock Chihana has thrown his full weight behind AFORD’s Paul Nthambazale Nyirenda, telling Rumphi Central voters that the March 17 by-election is their chance to elect a development-driven MP who puts people first.
MCP has accused AFORD supporters of assaulting its candidate Chikondi Chisale and vandalizing property in Kasungu Central. The incident, condemned by MCP’s Dr. Jessie Kabwila, highlights rising tensions ahead of Malawi’s September 16 parliamentary by-elections.
The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has confirmed searching the Lilongwe residence of Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) president Enock Chihana as part of investigations into the importation of goods, a move the party has dismissed as politically motivated ahead of the September elections.
Governance expert Ollen Mwalubunju has warned political parties against forming opportunistic alliances without clear, enforceable agreements, saying past betrayals — notably within the Tonse Alliance — have deepened public mistrust. He called for transparent, values-driven coalitions built on mutual respect, not manipulation, declaring: “Malawians are tired of being used — and so are the smaller parties.”
NGO-Gender Coordination Network (NGO-GCN) has tipped female aspiring candidates in Nkhata Bay on winning campaign strategies in a bid to increase women representation in political leadership positions in the forthcoming general elections.
Chairperson for Chewa Heritage Foundation (CHEFO) has described remarks made by President for the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD), Enoch Chihana, as said and disrespectful to the Chewa culture.
University of Malawi-based Political analyst, Ernest Thindwa suggests that recent political rallies which different political parties have held in the country, is an indication that politicians have started preparing for 2025 general elections.
President for Alliance For Democracy (AFORD), Enoch Chihana has ignited calls for Malawi to adopt a federal system of the government saying this is key if the country is to develop as a whole.
