By Rahim Abdul
Preparations are in full swing for the highly anticipated grand finale of the “Dolo Amavotela Chakwera Challenge,” a music competition aimed at promoting civic engagement and encouraging support for Malawi’s President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera.
The event is scheduled to take place this Saturday, July 26,2025,at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe.
Speaking on behalf of the organizers, Minister of Labour and project spokesperson Yamikani Chinguwo, expressed satisfaction with the smooth execution of the competition.
Chinguwo noted that the event has successfully showcased the country’s rich musical talent without any major setbacks.
“The competition has not only been well-organized but also attracted a wide range of skilled artists who brought forward well-composed and well-performed songs. This made the judging process highly competitive,” said Chinguwo.
He added that the contest served as a platform for emerging artists to shine, as many participants created original compositions that resonated with both the theme and the audience.
Winners in various categories of the competition are expected to walk away with cash prizes totaling K5 million, in recognition of their creativity and outstanding performances.
Minister Mumba is expected to grace the occasion as the guest of honour.
