27 h. ago Moses Kunkuyu appointed Leader of Opposition amid deep divisions in MCP

…The former Minister of Information emerges as a compromise figure as party factions clash over President Chakwera’s earlier choice. LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Former Minister of Information Moses Kunkuyu has officially assumed the role of Leader of Opposition in Parliament. This development has been confirmed by reliable sources within the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), marking a significant turn in […] The post Moses Kunkuyu appointed Leader of Opposition amid deep divisions in MCP appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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68 h. ago After Four decades in power, is Paul Biya’s grip on Cameroon slipping?

…..As opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary declares victory, Cameroon faces mounting uncertainty under the world’s oldest ruler, whose hold on power shows both resilience and strain. Cameroon stands at a defining crossroads, its political atmosphere thick with anxiety and expectation following the country’s fiercely contested 2025 presidential election. For the people of Cameroon, the moment […] The post After Four decades in power, is Paul Biya’s grip on Cameroon slipping? appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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8 d. ago MCP Still Trapped in Indecision Over Parliamentary Leadership

As Parliament prepares to open later this month, the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) — now the main opposition — remains entangled in internal uncertainty over who will represent it in two of the most crucial roles: Speaker of Parliament and Leader of the Opposition. The indecision has raised eyebrows both within and outside the party, […] The post MCP Still Trapped in Indecision Over Parliamentary Leadership appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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8 d. ago Raila Odinga’s final walk: The morning before his sudden death at Indian Eye Hospital

……Kenya’s veteran opposition leader was seen taking a peaceful morning stroll at Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye Hospital just hours before his unexpected passing On the morning of Wednesday, 15 October 2025, former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga was seen taking a gentle walk within the serene surroundings of the Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye Hospital and Research Centre […] The post Raila Odinga’s final walk: The morning before his sudden death at Indian Eye Hospital appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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9 d. ago Former Kenya Prime Minister Raila Odinga dies at 80 in India after heart attack

Veteran opposition leader and democracy icon Raila Odinga passes away while receiving medical treatment in India, leaving behind a legacy of political resilience and national transformation. NAIROBI-(MaraviPost)-Kenya is mourning the death of its former Prime Minister, Raila Amolo Odinga, who has passed away at the age of 80. Odinga, a towering figure in Kenya’s political […] The post Former Kenya Prime Minister Raila Odinga dies at 80 in India after heart attack appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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1 week ago Kondwani Nankhumwa’s speaker ambitions: A flawed bid by a failed opposition leader

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Kondwani Nankhumwa, the President of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), recently announced his intention to become the Speaker of the National Assembly. While the man parades himself as a seasoned parliamentarian with a wealth of experience, this bid is not only premature but fundamentally flawed. Nankhumwa’s track record, especially his dismal leadership of the opposition, […] The post Kondwani Nankhumwa’s speaker ambitions: A flawed bid by a failed opposition leader appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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1 week ago Nobel Laureate Maria Corina Machado on Regime Change in Venezuela

From hiding, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado reacts to her Nobel Peace Prize, announced Friday, and tells NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe why she dedicated the prize in part to President Trump. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy The post Nobel Laureate Maria Corina Machado on Regime Change in Venezuela appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago Internal rift rocks MCP as senior members reject Vitumbiko Mumba’s parliamentary leadership bid

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-In a surprising turn of events within the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), internal disagreements have surfaced following an impromptu meeting held by senior party members, who collectively resolved not to support Vitumbiko Mumba for the position of Leader of the Opposition in Parliament. This development has exposed growing divisions within the opposition party, challenging the […] The post Internal rift rocks MCP as senior members reject Vitumbiko Mumba’s parliamentary leadership bid appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago ANALYSIS | Calm, Composed and Pacifying: Can Simplex Chithyola Make a Good Leader of Opposition?

As Malawi ushers in a new Parliament, the numbers paint a fragmented political landscape that will demand coalition-building, negotiation, and strategic leadership. According to unofficial results, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is emerging as the single largest party with 81 seats, followed by independents with 69, the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) with 52, and smaller […] The post ANALYSIS | Calm, Composed and Pacifying: Can Simplex Chithyola Make a Good Leader of Opposition? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 w. ago Independent legislators dominate new Malawi Parliament: Where will leader of opposition, Speaker come from?

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-In a surprising turn of events, independent members of Parliament have outnumbered those of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), potentially altering the leadership dynamics in the House. According to unofficial results circulating on social media which Maravipost has seen,the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) secured 89 seats, while independent candidates won 69 seats. The MCP, now […] The post Independent legislators dominate new Malawi Parliament: Where will leader of opposition, Speaker come from? appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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