By Linda Kwanjana
Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) on 28th April, 2025 held a meeting with President Lazarus Chakwera to present a report on the state of preparedness, as well as showcasing their committiment ahead of September 16 General Elections.
This is in accordance with Section 6(1) of the Malawi Electoral Commission act which apart from guaranteeing the independence, it provides that for the purpose only of accountability, the Commission shall be answerable, and report directly, to the President on the overall fulfilment of the functions and powers of the Commission.
According to a communique from the Commission, the meeting was aimed at updating the President of all activities that have been implemented so far including voter registration and voter transfers, status on procurement of sensitive and non-sensitive materials for polling and the upcoming activities which include inspection and verification of voters register, nomination of candidates and polling.
