Electoral watchdog Chisankho Watch has urged the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) to take robust action against voter bribery and ensure impartiality among its officials ahead of the 2025 general elections.
Chisankho Watch—a coalition of four civic organizations— has praised the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) for a "promising start" in the first phase of voter registration, but expressed concerns over low voter turnout, access issues, and voter manipulation linked to social programs.