48 h. ago OPINION | Mutharika’s Mineral Ban: Bold Vision or a Fast Track to Smuggling?

President Peter Mutharika’s declaration that no minerals should leave Malawi in raw form has electrified national debate. It is a statement steeped in pride, power, and economic nationalism — the idea that Malawi should no longer be a warehouse for the world’s wealth while its own people remain poor. The argument is simple: if we […] The post OPINION | Mutharika’s Mineral Ban: Bold Vision or a Fast Track to Smuggling? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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4 d. ago Why APM’s Free Education Policy is Malawi’s Greatest Investment

In a move that has sent ripples of hope across the nation, His Excellency Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has declared that, starting this January, primary and secondary education will be free for all Malawians that desire it. This is not merely a policy shift; it is a national rebirth. It is the single most progressive […]

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2 w. ago Chakwera bows out with dignity as MCP commends peaceful transfer of power

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has released a statement announcing that outgoing President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has peacefully transferred power to President-Elect Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika. Signed by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Dr. Jessie Kabwila, the statement celebrates Dr. Chakwera’s statesmanship and his continued dedication to peace, democracy, and national unity. Dr. Chakwera, according […] The post Chakwera bows out with dignity as MCP commends peaceful transfer of power appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago The Maravipost Congratulates President Elect Peter Mutharika and Vice President Jane Ansah

Congratulations ! The Maravi Post congratulates Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika, President-Elect, and Justice Dr. Jane Ansah, Vice President-Elect, on their victory in the September 2025 elections. We wish you success as you take on the responsibility of leading Malawi towards unity, peace, and development. The post The Maravipost Congratulates President Elect Peter Mutharika and Vice President Jane Ansah appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago MEC to announce Parliamentary Election Results: MalawiDecides2025

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Three days after the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) declared Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) leader Arthur Peter Mutharika as the country’s president, attention has now shifted to the parliamentary race. The Commission has confirmed that it will announce the official results of the parliamentary elections at 6pm this evening. According to MEC spokesperson Sangwani Mwafulirwa, all […] The post MEC to announce Parliamentary Election Results: MalawiDecides2025 appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago One on One with governing DPP Secretary General Peter Mukhitho after convincing victory over MCP

The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) on Wednesday night announced the results of the presidential election and declared Democratic Progress Party (DPP)’s candidate Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika the winner. Jones Gadama of Maravi Post caught up with DPP’s Secretary General Peter Mukhito after convincing victory over Malawi Congress Party (MCP) in the 2025 General Elections Excerpts….. […] The post One on One with governing DPP Secretary General Peter Mukhitho after convincing victory over MCP appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago Mutharika Hails Chakwera’s Statesmanship, Calls for Unity After Hotly Contested Polls

President-elect Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has praised Malawi Congress Party (MCP) leader Dr. Lazarus Chakwera for conceding defeat in the just-ended September 16 general elections, describing the gesture as an act of true statesmanship that deserves the highest respect. Speaking from his residence in Blantyre in his first national address since being declared winner, Mutharika […] The post Mutharika Hails Chakwera’s Statesmanship, Calls for Unity After Hotly Contested Polls appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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4 w. ago Mutharika Declared Winner as MEC Details Historic 2025 Presidential Elections

The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) on Wednesday, 24th September 2025, officially declared Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) as President-elect, bringing to a close one of the most closely observed elections in the country’s democratic history. Delivering the determination in Lilongwe, MEC Chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja walked Malawians through the entire […] The post Mutharika Declared Winner as MEC Details Historic 2025 Presidential Elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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4 w. ago Blantyre erupts in celebration as Mutharika declared President

By Burnett Munthali Large crowds have gathered in the heart of Blantyre City to celebrate the victory of Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika following the announcement of the 2025 presidential election results. Supporters poured into the streets, waving Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) flags, singing, and chanting slogans to mark the historic moment. The celebrations followed the […] The post Blantyre erupts in celebration as Mutharika declared President appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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4 w. ago HRDC, NAP call for peace and unity as Mutharika declared winner

The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) and the National Advocacy Platform (NAP) have separately called on Malawians to embrace peace and unity following Malawi Congress Party (MCP) President Lazarus Chakwera’s concession of defeat to Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) leader, Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika. Speaking to Zodiak Online, HRDC chairperson Gift Trapence said the election outcome […] The post HRDC, NAP call for peace and unity as Mutharika declared winner appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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4 w. ago Undule Commends Chakwera for Conceding to Allow Peaceful Transition in Pursuit Of National Unity

Governance and Human Rights Advocate, Undule Mwakasungula, has commended President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera for demonstrating maturity and statesmanship by conceding defeat with dignity. Mwakasungula further saluted Chakwera for his concession speech, describing it a powerful message of peace, reconciliation, and unity. The Malawi’s renowned and revered governance and human rights advocate made the remarks […] The post Undule Commends Chakwera for Conceding to Allow Peaceful Transition in Pursuit Of National Unity appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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