A parliamentary candidate in the September 16 election for the Chipalanga constituency in Lilongwe, Esther Sagawa, has withdrawn initial complaints she filed with the Electoral Commission (MEC) concerning the conduct of the poll in the area she is contesting.
Sagawa stated that her complaints were about discrepancies in the recorded election results on tally sheets and the fact that some individuals who were not authorized to assist voters were performing that duty.
Sagawa
However, at the end of the day, she went to submit another complaint to the MEC. This new complaint concerns the discovery of additional vote tally sheets at a different school within the constituency.
According to Sagawa, these tally sheets should have been submitted to the main results consolidation centre in the past few days and should not have been found at another location, as has now happened.
As the nation awaits official election results, Malawi Congress Party (MCP) running mate Vitumbiko Mumba will hold a press briefing titled “WE’VE GOT THIS” at the Capital Hotel’s Mulanje Room at 3:30 PM today.
The event comes amid escalating claims and counterclaims regarding the outcome of the September 16 presidential election, where both incumbent Lazarus Chakwera’s MCP and challenger Peter Mutharika’s Democratic Progressive Party have prematurely declared victory . The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has sternly warned parties against such declarations while confirming over 99% of votes counted but pending verification .
The briefing occurs against a backdrop of alleged irregularities, including the arrest of eight election officials in Nkhoma Constituency for suspected data manipulation . MEC, facing pressure to release results, attributes delays to network glitches and emphasizes meticulous cross-checking to avoid a repeat of the 2019 election, which was nullified due to widespread fraud .
The Muslim Association of Malawi (MAM) has called on Malawians to remain calm and maintain peace as the nation awaits the final official results of the 2025 general elections.
In a press statement dated 20th September 2025 and signed by MAM Secretary General, Alhaj Dr. Twaibu Lawe, the association commended Malawians for turning out in large numbers to exercise their right to vote on 16th September 2025.
Dr Twaibu Lawe
Voters elected the president, members of parliament, and local government councillors of their choice in a process that MAM described as free and fair.
According to the statement, the voting process faced minor challenges, particularly network problems that caused delays in some areas.
However, when the designated voting period ended, counting of votes began under the watchful eyes of monitors and candidates, ensuring transparency.
The votes were then sent to constituency and district tally centers for further verification.
“No serious interferences were reported at the polling stations or tally centers, which is a clear indication of a peaceful and credible electoral process,” the statement read.
MAM praised the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) for continuously updating the public on official results as they become available. It also commended the country’s security agencies for their professionalism and dedication in safeguarding the election process.
“As we await the final results, we appeal to all Malawians to remain calm, maintain peace, and respect one another regardless of political differences,” said Dr. Lawe.
The 2025 elections have been one of the most closely contested in Malawi’s history, with high voter turnout recorded across the country. MAM’s call comes amid growing anticipation as political parties and citizens eagerly await MEC’s final announcement.
Malawi’s football star Temwa Chawinga continues to make history on the global stage after helping her club, Kansas City Current, secure the prestigious National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) Shield in the United States.
The Scorchers’ prolific striker was on target once again, scoring the second goal in KC Current’s emphatic 2-0 victory over Seattle Reign FC on Saturday night. In a poetic twist of fate, Chawinga’s goal came on the very day she celebrated her birthday, making the occasion even more special for her and the club’s supporters.
Chawinga’s remarkable consistency has been a driving force behind KC Current’s dominant campaign.
Her latest strike took her tally to 13 goals in the 2025 NWSL season, cementing her place as one of the league’s most lethal forwards.
The NWSL Shield is awarded to the team that finishes the regular season with the highest points, a feat that KC Current achieved with style and determination.
This victory marks a historic milestone for the club as they continue their quest for more silverware in the playoffs.
Temwa’s performance has drawn widespread praise, with football analysts hailing her impact not only as a goal scorer but also as a leader on the pitch.
Her ability to step up in crucial matches has been pivotal in KC Current’s success this season.
Temwa, who has also been instrumental for Malawi’s women’s national team, The Scorchers, has become a global ambassador for Malawian football. Her journey from local leagues to international stardom continues to motivate many upcoming athletes.
This achievement adds another shining chapter to Chawinga’s illustrious career, proving that she remains one of Africa’s most talented and influential footballers.
Former Machinga South East legislator Fyness Magonjwa has officially conceded her parliamentary seat to independent candidate Donnex Mpuzeni following Tuesday’s election.
Acknowledging the unofficial results, Magonjwa described the campaign as “hectic” in a social media post. She expressed disappointment at not returning to serve but gracefully urged her supporters to unite behind Mpuzeni. She entrusted her successor to continue the development projects initiated during her time in office.
Fyness
Despite her personal loss, Magonjwa struck an optimistic note for her party at the national level. She stated she is “greatly comforted” by the anticipated victory of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) leader Professor Peter Mutharika, who she believes will become Malawi’s next president.
Magonjwa made history in 2019 as the youngest member of that parliamentary cohort. Her concession emphasizes a peaceful transition and a focus on continued development for her constituency.
