By Durell Namasani
President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has been celebrated for his exceptional leadership and political astuteness at the prestigious Iconic Africa Summit Honors 2026, held in Harare, Zimbabwe. The accolade recognises his significant contributions to the continent’s progress and his unwavering commitment to democratic governance.
Unable to attend in person, the Malawian leader was represented by the Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Dr Ben Malunga Phiri, who received the award from Zimbabwe’s Vice President, Dr Kembo Mohadi. During the ceremony, Vice President Mohadi extended his congratulations to all the honorees, acknowledging their vital roles in advancing the African agenda.
Speaking to the press after the event, Dr Phiri described the recognition as a testament to President Mutharika’s dedication to both Malawi and the broader African development landscape. He highlighted the President’s trailblazing achievements and his steadfast adherence to democratic values as key drivers behind the honour. Dr Phiri further stated that the President remains inspired by the summit’s call to “move boldly” and will continue to vigorously pursue Malawi’s development goals with renewed vigour.
The summit convened a distinguished array of delegates and honorees from across the continent, with representatives from Eswatini, Angola, Tanzania, Zambia, South Africa, Namibia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, and Botswana, underscoring the regional significance of the gathering.
