Arthur Peter Mutharika

Pres. Mutharika renames Paul Kagame road to honour John Chilembwe

President Arthur Peter Mutharika has honoured national hero John Chilembwe by renaming Paul Kagame Road in Lilongwe to John Chilembwe Road, effective January 12, 2026.

Diaspora dynamos drive Malawi progress

The DPP UK Wing team just had a powwow with Vice President Dr. Jane Ansah in Nottingham, and it was all about driving Malawi's progress! They reaffirmed their commitment to leadership, unity, and getting involved in national development.

Mutharika sets bold path for economic recovery amid fiscal turmoil

The President’s message marks a shift from rhetoric to reform — promising a mix of fiscal discipline, debt restructuring, and renewed trust in governance as the pillars of economic recovery. But as experts warn, implementation will determine whether the blueprint delivers real relief to Malawians still burdened by inflation and poverty.

Mutharika reintroduces FISP, declares food security top priority

President Arthur Peter Mutharika has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring that no Malawian dies of hunger, announcing sweeping interventions in the agriculture sector,...

APM mourns Malawians killed in Limpopo bus tragedy

President Arthur Peter Mutharika has mourned the deaths of Malawians who perished in the Limpopo bus crash that claimed 43 lives on Sunday. The President and First Lady have extended condolences to the bereaved families, as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms ongoing efforts to identify victims and assist survivors in South Africa.

Pres. Mutharika appoints former Speaker Richard Msowoya as Head of SADC Electoral Observer Mission to Tanzania

President Arthur Peter Mutharika has appointed former Speaker of Parliament Richard Msowoya to lead the SADC Electoral Observer Mission to Tanzania ahead of the country’s October 29, 2025 General Elections.

Mutharika warns against protests, challenges civil society to embrace internal democracy

President Peter Mutharika has warned against anti-government protests and accused Malawi’s civil society organizations of lacking internal democracy, urging them to reform and “clean their own house” before criticizing government leadership.

SADC Chairperson urges peaceful elections in Seychelles

SADC Chairperson and Malawi President Arthur Peter Mutharika has called for peace, calm, and high voter turnout as Seychelles heads into its second round of presidential elections, urging political leaders and citizens to uphold democratic values and stability.

Mutharika declares war on waste and corruption

President Arthur Peter Mutharika has promised sweeping reforms to rescue Malawi’s struggling economy, calling for discipline, integrity, and a new work culture in government.

UN Chief congratulates Mutharika on return to power, pledges continued cooperation

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has congratulated President Arthur Peter Mutharika on his return to power, pledging continued UN cooperation with Malawi on peace, human rights, climate action, and gender equality under his new administration.

Mutharika challenges MBC journalists to uphold professionalism

Mutharika accused MBC’s leadership of bowing to government interests at the expense of ethical journalism, warning that such practices undermine democracy and the media profession.

Mutharika Declared Winner of 2025 Malawi Presidential Election

The Malawi Electoral Commission has declared Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika winner of the 2025 presidential election with 56.8 percent of the vote. MEC chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja hailed the poll as free and fair, urging Malawians to remain united.