By Phillimon Backson
The Chairperson of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) of Lesotho, John Maphepe, is in Malawi on a study tour focused on Information and Communication Technology (ICT), electoral operations, and election logistics.
The visit comes as Lesotho prepares for its general elections scheduled for 2028.
Maphepe says the commission chose Malawi for the tour due to the long-standing relationship between the two countries and Malawi’s notable experience in managing electoral processes.
He expressed optimism that the delegation will gain valuable insights into the administration and management of elections.
Meanwhile, Chairperson of the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), Annabel Mtalimanja, has expressed confidence that the engagement will strengthen cooperation between the two commissions on electoral matters.
Mtalimanja says the interaction provides an opportunity to share experience
