By Burnett Munthali | 8 July 2025
Fresh controversy has emerged in Malawi Congress Party’s (MCP) internal election processes following revelations from both the Constituency Chairman and District Chairman of Euthini Political District.
According to the District Chairman, they were pressured into signing an Electoral College list they had not verified.
He confirmed earlier statements made by the Constituency Chairman, who alleged that the officials were instructed to append their signatures to a document they had not properly reviewed.
They were reportedly told that they could check the names later—an instruction that many now view as highly irregular.
After three days, upon closer scrutiny, the officials concluded that the entire Electoral College list was flawed.
They informed Mr. Chavula, the MCP official overseeing the process, that the document was “completely wrong.”
This development raises serious concerns about the transparency and integrity of the party’s internal electoral procedures.
Observers argue that this admission pokes significant holes in the defense previously advanced by the MCP regarding the legitimacy of its Electoral College in Euthini.
It further casts doubt on whether internal democratic principles are being upheld within the party structures.
Political analysts say the statements from both local leaders strengthen claims that the MCP may have used manipulated structures to influence electoral outcomes.
This incident is likely to intensify calls for reform within the party and may lead to broader questions about leadership accountability.
As the MCP prepares for the 2025 general elections, such internal controversies could damage public trust and erode confidence among grassroots members.
The party is yet to issue a formal response to the latest allegations.
Meanwhile, pressure is mounting for the MCP to launch a transparent investigation into the matter and take corrective action where necessary.
The unfolding story in Euthini could be a microcosm of a larger issue—raising red flags about the overall credibility of party democracy in Malawi.
