41 h. ago Professor Chirwa Condemns Chakwera’s Pardon of Thom Mpinganjira

Constitutional law expert Professor Danwood Chirwa has launched a scathing attack on former President Lazarus Chakwera, accusing him of betraying Malawi’s justice system by pardoning convicted businessman Dr. Thom Mpinganjira. In a powerful Facebook post that has sparked widespread debate, Professor Chirwa said the pardon represents “a staggering act of cowardice and betrayal,” arguing that […] The post Professor Chirwa Condemns Chakwera’s Pardon of Thom Mpinganjira appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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67 h. ago Confirmed: Chakwera Pardoned Billionaire Thom Mpinganjira — Malawians Celebrates Long

Sources close to this publication have confirmed that billionaire businessman Dr. Thom Mpinganjira was pardoned by former President Lazarus Chakwera, a move that sparked excitement among Malawians who had long championed his release. Dr. Mpinganjira, convicted by the High Court on October 5, 2021, and sentenced to nine years for attempting to bribe judges, had […] The post Confirmed: Chakwera Pardoned Billionaire Thom Mpinganjira — Malawians Celebrates Long-Awaited Freedom appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Society

3 d. ago Mutharika Promises Reliable Fertilizer, Slams Chakwera’s Butchery Scandal

President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has vowed that his government will procure fertilizer from reputable suppliers, sharply criticizing the previous administration of Lazarus Chakwera for its mishandling of fertilizer procurement. The President made the remarks during a meeting with the First Minister of Scotland, John Swinney, at Sanjika Palace in Blantyre today, during Swinney’s official […]

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4 d. ago 2025 campaign efforts questioned as Malawians reject Chakwera

…..Despite extensive campaign efforts, voters signal a decisive shift in Malawi’s political landscape…. The 2025 election campaign trail by former President Lazarus Chakwera has come under scrutiny following the recent election outcomes. Many observers are questioning whether all the resources, rallies, and public engagements invested during the campaign yielded the intended results. Voters across Malawi […] The post 2025 campaign efforts questioned as Malawians reject Chakwera appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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6 d. ago Chakwera left MK16 billion legal showdown over botched helicopter deal

…..Government under fire as Chakwera administration’s aborted purchase of grounded Zambian helicopters sparks international legal battle with heavy financial implications. LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi is bracing for a costly legal confrontation that could leave taxpayers footing a staggering MK16 billion bill following the collapse of a controversial helicopter procurement deal. The dispute stems from the Lazarus Chakwera administration’s […] The post Chakwera left MK16 billion legal showdown over botched helicopter deal appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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7 d. ago ANALYSIS | MCP Is Dying from the Same Disease That Killed Its Government — Chakwera’s Indecision

Dr. Lazarus Chakwera must stop dithering. Malawi has had enough of his slow, hesitant, and overly cautious style of leadership. Five years of indecision at State House cost him government. Now, the same indecision threatens to sink the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) into political irrelevance — even in opposition. The country is watching, yet again, […] The post ANALYSIS | MCP Is Dying from the Same Disease That Killed Its Government — Chakwera’s Indecision appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Events

1 week ago Political reactions deepen over Kamuzu Palace damage allegations

…..Analyst urges DPP to focus on real national challenges rather than political blame games LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Debate continues to intensify over reports of property damage at Kamuzu Palace following former President Lazarus Chakwera’s relocation from the State House. While many Malawians are still expressing mixed reactions to the alleged destruction, political analyst George Chisoka has urged the […] The post Political reactions deepen over Kamuzu Palace damage allegations appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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1 week ago A Chronicle of Former President Chakwera’s Overseas Engagements: Were They Worth it?

Former President Lazarus Chakwera’s tenure was marked by extensive international travel, with numerous trips aimed at strengthening diplomatic relations and seeking foreign investment. In the year 2025, he made multiple visits to neighboring countries, including two trips to Tanzania in January and back-to-back visits to Nigeria in June and July. During 2024, Chakwera’s schedule included […] The post A Chronicle of Former President Chakwera’s Overseas Engagements: Were They Worth it? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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2 w. ago Pressure mounts on Chakwera to quit MCP after elections shameless defeat

…….MCP district and regional leaders demand emergency party convention …..Forty-two district chairpersons and three regional chairs formally request Chakwera to convene an emergency convention before November 2025 to uphold constitutional mandates and restore internal democracy. Forty-two district chairpersons and three regional chairpersons of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) have formally requested its leader Lazarus Chakwera […] The post Pressure mounts on Chakwera to quit MCP after elections shameless defeat appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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2 w. ago Cracks Emerge in MCP as Members Push for Emergency Convention to Replace Chakwera

Signs of growing internal discontent have begun to surface within the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), as some senior members have formally written to party president Dr. Lazarus Chakwera, urging him to convene an emergency convention to elect a new leader. The call comes barely a month after Chakwera and the MCP suffered a major defeat […] The post Cracks Emerge in MCP as Members Push for Emergency Convention to Replace Chakwera appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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2 w. ago Chakwera: A Good Man, Too Good to Lead in These Complex Times

Lazarus Chakwera came into office as something of a moral beacon. A pastor rising into politics, a man of integrity, humility, and a clean reputation in a roster of often tarnished leaders. Many believed his goodness would translate into courageous leadership — that his sense of right and wrong, his empathy, would help steer Malawi […] The post Chakwera: A Good Man, Too Good to Lead in These Complex Times appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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2 w. ago The Unfulfilled Promise: A Political Obituary of President Lazarus Chakwera

The political demise of Lazarus Chakwera is not merely the story of a leader losing an election; it is a cautionary tale of how a monumental victory, built on a wave of public hope, can be frittered away through a series of profound political miscalculations. His rise to power in 2020 was historic, a triumph […] The post The Unfulfilled Promise: A Political Obituary of President Lazarus Chakwera appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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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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2 w. ago Statesman’s Farewell: Chakwera Sets Example in Peaceful Transition

As President Peter Mutharika prepares to take office today, politicians, analysts, and members of the public have hailed outgoing President Lazarus Chakwera for his graceful and dignified exit from power following the September 16 elections. Observers say Chakwera’s conduct after the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) lost power has set a new standard for peaceful political […] The post Statesman’s Farewell: Chakwera Sets Example in Peaceful Transition appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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2 w. ago Lazarus Chakwera’s cowardly flight from accountability: A shameful exit from Malawi’s political stage

In a drama unworthy of a statesman, Lazarus Chakwera has pulled a last-minute vanishing act from the swearing-in and inauguration ceremony of President-elect Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika at Kamuzu Stadium today. What was initially billed as a dignified moment of political transition has been marred by the outgoing president’s eleventh-hour withdrawal—an act that speaks volumes […] The post Lazarus Chakwera’s cowardly flight from accountability: A shameful exit from Malawi’s political stage appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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2 w. ago The folly of barring Chakwera, Zamba at Mutharika’s inauguration, undermines power handover

By Kenneth Bwanali The news that President Lazarus Chakwera and outgoing Secretary to the President and Cabinet (SPC) Colleen Zamba have been barred from attending the Swearing-In and Inauguration Ceremony for President-elect Peter Mutharika is not just a political footnote—it is a deeply troubling development that undermines the very statesmanship the nation seeks to foster. […] The post The folly of barring Chakwera, Zamba at Mutharika’s inauguration, undermines power handover appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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2 w. ago Chakwera, Zamba barred from attending Mutharika’s inauguration

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Outgoing President Lazarus Chakwera and Secretary to the President and Cabinet (SPC) Colleen Zamba are reportedly been barred from attending the Swearing-In and Inauguration Ceremony scheduled of Peter Mutharika as new head of state and government. The event is slated for Saturday October 4, 2025 at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre According to sources from State […] The post Chakwera, Zamba barred from attending Mutharika’s inauguration appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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2 w. ago Mixed reactions on Malawi’s Attorney General Thabo Chakaka Nyirenda’s performance

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The performance of Attorney General (AG) Thabo Chakaka Nyirenda continues to generate mixed reactions among Malawians. Some citizens believe that he has worked well in serving President Lazarus Chakwera but they argue that he has failed to serve the broader interests of the Malawian people. One contributor bluntly said that he must be arrested, while […] The post Mixed reactions on Malawi’s Attorney General Thabo Chakaka Nyirenda’s performance appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Society

3 w. ago Abida Sidik Mia denies allegations of removing ESCOM transformer

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Deputy President Abida Sidik Mia has strongly denied allegations that she was involved in the removal of an electricity transformer belonging to ESCOM. Mia, who previously served as Member of Parliament for Chikwawa–Nkombedzi and as Minister of Water and Sanitation in President Lazarus Chakwera’s administration, described the claims as politically motivated […] The post Abida Sidik Mia denies allegations of removing ESCOM transformer appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago Lazarus Chakwera: A pastor whose legacy remains in shambles after messing up Malawi (2020–2025)

In June 2020, Malawi elected Lazarus Chakwera, a former Assemblies of God pastor, as president. His rise to power was seen by many as a beacon of hope for change and reform. However, his administration faced significant challenges that highlighted the complexities of religious leaders transitioning into political leadership. One of the primary issues was […] The post Lazarus Chakwera: A pastor whose legacy remains in shambles after messing up Malawi (2020–2025) appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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