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Jumah calls for drafted documentation of Electoral Alliances

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By Vincent Gunde

Pan-Africanist, Revolutionary and Visionary leader Bantu Saunders Jumah, has advised political parties wishing to form or establish Alliances in Malawi that a lesson must be drawn from what has happened to the Tonse Alliance government where one party manipulated everything known as coalition.

Jumah has cautioned political parties that if any Alliances are to be made, there must be drafted documentation under the law observing that Malawi politicians don’t respect the law or don’t understand “Gentlemen agreement” because of greed and selfishness saying leadership is not Godliness it is but service.

Jumah



He said leadership is a serious undertaking, one need to have full judgment of what he can do than believing and bestowing his trust in minions saying President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera will live to regret having left his minions lead him when he was the Head of State.

Writing in a statement, Jumah said Malawi more than ever must look for leadership that has vision apart from his or her personal or family interest saying Malawians need a leader who will sacrifice his or her dreams for the country and citizens for this generation and another.

Jumah said the leader coming in September, 2025 onwards, must be someone who will have brains to service the existing whooping debt which is likely to reach K20 trillion if Malawi Congress Party (MCP)continue to give handouts and buying opponents.

He said this very leader must be intelligent enough to start building a nation that in less than 3 years, Malawians must start seeing the avenue of a future, failing which, Malawi is on the path towards disaster of bankruptcy.

The Revolutionary said leaders who are myopic because of greed, age, and gallivant are not an option for the better future saying a liberator, a rescuer is sought for this nation where politics is understood to the milking cow as politicians and political party games.

Jumah has noted with a great concern that today, Malawi is in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), President Chakwera is not a surgeon or Doctor who can resuscitate a nation to move forward, he is a sign of complete failure, a shadow of shame and history-less.

“It is unlikely that President Chakwera and MCP will have any chance of continuing ruling Malawi because of their failure to distinguish leadership qualities as from 8th July, 2020 when he received a Sword of Command at Kamuzu Barracks in Lilongwe as Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces,” he said.

Jumah said even business people, investors and diplomats in Malawi recognize the failure and carelessness of President Chakwera’s leadership observing that worse still, he and the MCP don’t want to change beside knowing and realizing that his rival Dr. Saulosi Chilima is no more.

He has finally advised Malawians that the habit of harvesting where they didn’t sow, has gripped President Chakwera and MCP, they began a war of extravagance and overspending on the nation whose life jacket is borrowing and begging.

Jumah calls for drafted documentation of Electoral Alliances

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By Vincent Gunde

Pan-Africanist, Revolutionary and Visionary leader Bantu Saunders Jumah, has advised political parties wishing to form or establish Alliances in Malawi that a lesson must be drawn from what has happened to the Tonse Alliance government where one party manipulated everything known as coalition.

Jumah has cautioned political parties that if any Alliances are to be made, there must be drafted documentation under the law observing that Malawi politicians don’t respect the law or don’t understand “Gentlemen agreement” because of greed and selfishness saying leadership is not Godliness it is but service.

Jumah



He said leadership is a serious undertaking, one need to have full judgment of what he can do than believing and bestowing his trust in minions saying President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera will live to regret having left his minions lead him when he was the Head of State.

Writing in a statement, Jumah said Malawi more than ever must look for leadership that has vision apart from his or her personal or family interest saying Malawians need a leader who will sacrifice his or her dreams for the country and citizens for this generation and another.

Jumah said the leader coming in September, 2025 onwards, must be someone who will have brains to service the existing whooping debt which is likely to reach K20 trillion if Malawi Congress Party (MCP)continue to give handouts and buying opponents.

He said this very leader must be intelligent enough to start building a nation that in less than 3 years, Malawians must start seeing the avenue of a future, failing which, Malawi is on the path towards disaster of bankruptcy.

The Revolutionary said leaders who are myopic because of greed, age, and gallivant are not an option for the better future saying a liberator, a rescuer is sought for this nation where politics is understood to the milking cow as politicians and political party games.

Jumah has noted with a great concern that today, Malawi is in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), President Chakwera is not a surgeon or Doctor who can resuscitate a nation to move forward, he is a sign of complete failure, a shadow of shame and history-less.

“It is unlikely that President Chakwera and MCP will have any chance of continuing ruling Malawi because of their failure to distinguish leadership qualities as from 8th July, 2020 when he received a Sword of Command at Kamuzu Barracks in Lilongwe as Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces,” he said.

Jumah said even business people, investors and diplomats in Malawi recognize the failure and carelessness of President Chakwera’s leadership observing that worse still, he and the MCP don’t want to change beside knowing and realizing that his rival Dr. Saulosi Chilima is no more.

He has finally advised Malawians that the habit of harvesting where they didn’t sow, has gripped President Chakwera and MCP, they began a war of extravagance and overspending on the nation whose life jacket is borrowing and begging.

Chakwera to Champion Malawi’s Energy Agenda at Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit

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By Shaffie A Mtambo

President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera is set to play a crucial role in shaping Malawi’s energy future as he attends the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The summit, scheduled for January 28, 2025, aims to secure commitments from African leaders to achieve universal access to electricity by 2030, with a target of connecting 300 million Africans to the grid .

Malawi is poised to benefit significantly from the summit, as President Chakwera will preside over the signing of a $300 million compact approved by the World Bank Board. This funding will support Malawi’s efforts to achieve universal energy and electricity access by 2030.

President Chakwera

The Mission 300 initiative is a critical step towards addressing energy poverty in Africa, unlocking economic opportunities, and promoting sustainable development. By providing electricity access to 300 million people, the initiative aims to transform everyday life, create jobs, raise incomes, and strengthen economic growth .

President Chakwera’s participation in the summit demonstrates Malawi’s commitment to achieving its energy goals and contributing to the global effort to provide universal access to electricity. The summit will also provide a platform for President Chakwera to engage with other African leaders and development partners, fostering cooperation and knowledge-sharing to drive Africa’s energy agenda forward.


Other notable attendees at the summit include presidents from Zambia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Senegal, and Ivory Coast, among others. The event is jointly organized by the Government of Tanzania, the World Bank Group, the African Development Bank, and other partners .

Peter Mutharika rejects his brother  Karan Thom- alleges it’s political propaganda

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By Burnett Munthali

Former President of Malawi and leader of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), His Excellency Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika, has dismissed recent allegations made by Karan Thom as baseless and politically driven. In a press release issued on January 25, 2025, Presidential Spokesperson Shadric Namalomba MP refuted the claims made during Thom’s interview on Sunday MBC Exclusive, accusing political opponents of using Thom to undermine the Mutharika family for electoral purposes.

The Mutharika family’s first encounter with Thom dates back to 1999, when he was introduced at a rally in Njamba by two rival politicians aiming to discredit Bingu wa Mutharika, who was contesting the presidency under the United Party (UP). At the time, Thom, allegedly in his sixties, claimed to be a member of the Mutharika family. To clarify the matter, family elders invited Thom to their village to explain his connection. However, Thom failed to provide any credible evidence of his ties to the family.

Peter Mutharika



Ahead of the 2019 elections, Thom reappeared, this time allegedly supported by another opposition politician. He attended a rally in Goliati, where he was reportedly promised a house. However, this promise was never fulfilled. With another election on the horizon, Thom has resurfaced, now claiming in an interview on MBC that he is the son of Professor Mutharika’s father’s younger brother.

The Mutharika family has unequivocally rejected Thom’s claims. According to the family, Mutharika’s uncle lived most of his life in Tanzania, returning to Malawi in the late 1960s with his Tanzanian wife and their two children. The family confirmed that the uncle’s only two children currently reside in Chisoka village and Mulanje. The press release described Thom as an “imposter and a dishonest person,” dismissing his assertion of having designed the DPP’s chimanga folo (maize cob) logo as completely false.

Professor Mutharika’s camp has accused the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) of orchestrating Thom’s reappearance as part of a political strategy. “We want to urge the MCP and other failed politicians to desist from exploiting this man for their political gain,” the statement read.

This development underscores the frequent use of controversial figures during election periods to discredit opponents. As Malawi heads toward the 2025 elections, the Mutharika family has called for an end to smear campaigns and has urged the public to remain alert to false narratives.

The statement concluded by reaffirming the Mutharika family’s commitment to their legacy, describing Thom’s allegations as a desperate attempt to tarnish their reputation during a highly charged political season.

Karan Thom Mutharika

Salima Sugar Company Embarks on Expansion Drive, Creates New Job Opportunities

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By Shaffie A Mtambo

Salima Sugar Company has unveiled plans to bolster its workforce, creating new job opportunities as part of its strategic efforts to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. The company is currently undertaking a comprehensive review of its workforce in Blantyre, aimed at identifying vacancies and crafting detailed job descriptions.

According to Executive Chairman Wester Kossam, this review meeting is pivotal in supporting the company’s ambitious growth and expansion plans. This development comes on the heels of Salima Sugar Company’s remarkable growth, marked by a significant 21,000 metric ton increase in sugar production during the last growing season.


The company’s expansion drive is expected to have a positive ripple effect on the local economy, generating new employment opportunities and stimulating economic growth. As Salima Sugar Company continues to thrive, its commitment to enhancing its operations and contributing to the country’s economic development is evident.

The review process is a deliberate effort by the company to ensure it has the right talent in place to drive its growth strategy forward. By creating new job opportunities, Salima Sugar Company is not only strengthening its workforce but also contributing to the country’s efforts to reduce unemployment.

As the company navigates this exciting phase of growth and expansion, its focus on enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness is expected to yield long-term benefits for the business, its employees, and the broader community.