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UDF postpones elective convention due to technicalities

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UDF postpones elective convention due to technicalities

By Chisomo Phiri

The United Democratic Front (UDF) has announced the postponement of its elective convention, which was initially scheduled for August 3rd, 2024.

In an interview with 247 Malawi, the party’s Publicity Secretary, Yusufu Mwawa, said the convention has been rescheduled due to some technical issues.

“We have decided to postpone the convention to a later date because of some technicalities.

Mwawa

“Some aspirants were filling out forms incorrectly, which has prompted us to change the dates,” said Mwawa.

Despite the delay, Mwawa assured that preparations for the elective conference are underway and will take place at the COMESA hall in Blantyre.

“We are at an advanced stage in our preparations, and we are confident that the convention will be a success,” he said.

Mwawa added that they will announce the new dates for the convention soon.

The UDF is one of the major political parties in Malawi, founded in 1992 by former President Dr. Bakili Muluzi, also known as “Atcheya”.

Tourism Minister Kamtukule joins MCP

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Tourism Minister Kamtukule joins MCP

By Chisomo Phiri

Minister of Tourism Vera Kamtukule has dumped the United Transformation Movement (UTM) and joined the Malawi Congress Party (MCP).

Kamtukule was officially unveiled as an MCP member today at the MCP headquarters in Lilongwe.

Responding to questions from journalists, the minister said she made her decision after moments of reflection and consultation.

“I have been thinking and praying, and that’s why I have arrived at this decision. It is the prerogative of the president to appoint any cabinet minister,” she said.

However, Kamtukule refused to disclose when her decision to join MCP was made.

MCP Secretary General (SG) Eisenhower Mkaka said this only shows how strong the party is, as other parties keep losing their members, while MCP keeps gaining.

Kamtukule’s decision comes barely weeks after UTM withdrew from the Tonse Alliance partnership and a month after the death of the party’s founder, Saulos Chilima, who died in a plane crash.

Bullets finish the first round with a win.
Karonga, Hammers and Mafco, Civil share the spoils

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Bullets finish the first round with a win.<br>Karonga, Hammers and Mafco, Civil share the spoils


By Durell Namasani


TNM Super League defending champions FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have finished the first round of the top flight league with a win as they beat struggling Bangwe All Stars 2-nil at Mpira Stadium on Wednesday afternoon.

Bullets got maximum points through second half goals from Babatunde Adepoju and Chawanangwa Gumbo who scored in the 49th and 53rd minute respectively



The win means that the People’s team have finished the first round on fourth position with 23 points, level with fifth placed Kamuzu Barracks, 14 points behind league leaders Silver Strikers.

In Karonga, Karonga United and Mzuzu City Hammers played out to a 1-all draw with Blessings Mwalilino scoring for the home side and Chimwemwe Chunga leveling the scores for the visitors.

Karonga United are on position 11 with 19 points while Hammers are on third position with 25 points level with second placed Mighty Mukuru Wanderers but the Lili Lubani boys have a game to play.

There was another draw at Chitowe Stadium as Mafco FC and Civil Service United drew 2-2 at Chitowe Stadium.

Mphatso Phillimon and Auspicious Kadzongola scored for the home side while Muhammad Baison and China Chirwa were on target for the civil servants.

Mafco are on position 7 followed by Civo with 21 and 20 points  respectively.

The first round of the TNM Super League will come to an end on Thursday with Baka City hosting Mighty Mukuru Wanderers at Karonga Stadium and Creck Sporting playing against Premier Bet Dedza Dynamos at Civo Stadium.

Nankhumwa’ PDP to hold convention

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Nankhumwa’ PDP to hold convention

By Dean Chisambo

People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has announced that it will hold its first elective convention which will be expected to be held in Blantyre on 13th to 14th September 2024.


Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday in Lilongwe PDP publicity secretary Rhodes Msonkho said women, youths and the people with disabilities are encouraged to contest for the position of their interest.

Msokho further says all party positions starting from the president and the rest will be open for the candidates  who are willing to contest



He also announced that  the fees  for the candidates who want to contest for the positions are as follows; for the position of the president will be K 1.5 million, first vice president  and  second vice president K1.3 million, secretary general K1.1 million, treasure general K7000,000, directors K500,000 and all the position of deputy directors are requested to pay K300,000 respectively .

Kondwani Nankhumwa formed the PDP after he was ousted in People’s Democratic Party (DPP) some few months ago.

Vera Kamtukule dumps UTM and joins rival party MCP

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Vera Kamtukule dumps UTM and joins rival party MCP

By Burnett Munthali

In a surprising political move, Vera Kamtukule has announced her departure from the United Transformation Movement (UTM) to join the Malawi Congress Party (MCP). This shift comes amidst speculation and analysis regarding her political impact and influence.

Since her appointment as Minister, Kamtukule has been notably inactive within President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera’s Politburo. Her role has largely been limited to the periphery of active party politics, leading some to view her as a fringe figure within the UTM.

Vera being welcomed by MCP



The implications of Kamtukule’s defection for MCP remain uncertain. Analysts describe her as a potential political liability due to her perceived lack of a robust political constituency. Despite this, her move to MCP could stir significant political dynamics, either by galvanizing support or exacerbating existing tensions within the party.

As the political landscape adjusts to this development, it will be crucial to monitor how Kamtukule’s new affiliation impacts MCP’s strategy and public perception. The coming months will reveal whether her defection will be a strategic advantage or a challenge for the party.

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