By Burnett Munthali
As Malawi edges closer to the September 16 General Elections, the political atmosphere is beginning to heat up—yet the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) remains conspicuously silent about its campaign plans.
With the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) scheduled to officially launch the campaign period on 14 July in Lilongwe, many expected Malawi’s major political parties to outline their strategies and mobilize supporters.
However, the DPP has so far kept the nation guessing, with no public declarations of readiness or campaign rollout schedules.
Efforts to reach DPP spokesperson Shadric Namalomba and Secretary General Peter Mukhito for comment proved futile, as both officials were not readily available to speak on the party’s preparedness.
This silence from one of the country’s main opposition parties has left political analysts and citizens speculating about internal dynamics within the DPP and its strategy heading into the polls.
In stark contrast, other political players have already positioned themselves at the frontline of the campaign trail.
Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Deputy Publicity Secretary Ken Msonda told MBC Digital that his party is fully prepared for the campaign period.
He emphasized that the MCP is committed to a peaceful and issue-based campaign, one that reflects the maturity of Malawi’s democracy.
Msonda expressed strong confidence in the leadership of President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera, stating that the party anticipates a landslide victory in the September elections.
Meanwhile, United Democratic Front (UDF) National Publicity Secretary Dyson Jangiya also confirmed that his party is energized and ready for the campaign season.
He revealed that UDF president Atupele Muluzi is already on the ground, actively engaging with Malawians across the country in preparation for the elections.
Independent presidential candidate Millward Tobias has also thrown his hat into the ring, affirming that he is geared up and ready to begin his campaign.
As the countdown to the official campaign launch continues, all eyes remain on the DPP to see whether the party will break its silence and reveal its plans for one of the most consequential elections in Malawi’s democratic history.
With the political field already abuzz, the absence of the DPP from early campaign discussions may influence voter perception and momentum in the days ahead.
