Former ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has warned its members against running as independent candidates when they lose primary elections, threatening to revoke their party membership.
In an interview with 247 Malawi News,DPP Secretary General (SG )Peter Mukhito,said members who defy the party’s directive will be stripped of their membership under Article 24 (2)(u) of the DPP Constitution.
Mukhito
However,the move has drawn criticism from Political Analyst Ceaser Kondowe, who calls it undemocratic and intolerant.
Kondowe says political parties in the country should allow members to stand as independents, citing instances where such candidates have won elections and later returned to their parties.
The acting Director General(DG ) of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services(DICS), Macloid Anamchuma Kalindang’oma, has expressed disappointment over reports of corruption within the department.
Speaking during a meeting with immigration officers in Blantyre, Kalindang’oma emphasized that his leadership will not tolerate officers demanding money for services already paid for by Malawians.
Macloid Anamchuma Kalindang’oma,
“We must work together to redeem our department’s name and portray a positive image by stopping corruption,” he said.
Kalindang’oma assured that no officer will be shielded if investigations reveal their involvement in corrupt practices.
He said to combat corruption, the Immigration department has reestablished a working relationship with the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB).
“This collaborative effort aims to ensure transparency and accountability within the department,” said Kalindang’oma.
Last year,ACB arrested eight immigration officers and two civilians involved in alleged corrupt practices related to the issuance of passports at the Lilongwe office of the DICS.
In a bid to inspire and empower individuals to navigate life’s challenges, author Michelle Mwampashi Samuel has released a book titled’The Power of Acceptance’.
The book’s core message emphasizes the importance of embracing adversity and moving forward, rather than getting stuck in resistance.
In an interview with 247 Malawi News,Michelle,said the motivation behind writing the book stemmed from her observations of how people respond to life’s challenges, particularly in the face of increasing mental health concerns and suicide rates in Malawi.
“I wanted to share a message on how to turn difficult seasons into opportunities for growth,” she explained.
The author, who works with Deloitte, said she took her personal experiences and those of others to convey the importance of acceptance as a means of leveling up, rather than giving up.
She said her book aims to encourage and edify readers of all ages to adopt a positive mindset in the face of adversity.
The author said the book is currently available at various locations in Blantyre and Lilongwe and will soon be distributed in bookshops and on Amazon.
Michelle’s writing journey began in 2016, and she has previously contributed to the Malawi Business Digest, writing on the impact of internal audit on national development and good governance.
‘The Power of Acceptance’ is a testament to her commitment to inspiring and empowering others through her writing.
Malawi minister of mining Ken Zikhale Reeves Ng’oma is a continual impresser and national intellectual asset as both domestic and foreign mining sensations continue to pour praise for his multiple ideas infiltrated in the ministry since the dawn of his headship.
Ng’oma recently at Malawi Mining Investment Forum 2025 puzzled the country with his emphatically brilliant articulations that among others capitalised on the need to position the youth and women on the front lead in pursuit of an impactful mining sector transformation besides technology-driven mining practices for vibrant mining sector development.
Hon Ken Zikhale Ng’oma
Responding to a questionnaire the star cabinet minister clarified that effectuation of youth and women input in the sector hugely hinges on training and resources, innovation and entrepreneurship promotion, local talent showcasing, investment attraction and best practices sharing to drive Malawi’s mining growth.
Exposing his unquestionably literary genius, the Nkhata Bay South parliamentarian succinctly put it, ” _You give a chimpanzee a brief case full of dollars and a banana to choose from . It will opt for a banana not knowing that opting for a briefcase of dollars can buy it farms of ripe bananas forever. Malawi should therefore put mining first to agriculture,”_
In his clever analogy, Ng’oma illustrated the short-term versus long-term decision making dillema. The chimpanzee’s choice represents immediate gratification (the banana) over potential long-term benefits (the briefcase of dollars).
In a sum, Ng’oma balances national development strategies where investing in mining could potentially yield greater economic benefits in the long run which could be used to support sectors like agriculture.
In a shocking turn of events, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Member of Parliament, Salim Bagus, has announced that he will be running as an independent candidate in the upcoming elections.
Bagus, who represents the Chikwawa Central constituency, cited irregularities in the party’s primary elections as the reason for his decision.
According to Bagus, the primary elections were marred by mismanagement and internal conflicts. He claimed that some areas were not represented, and the presiding officer failed to effectively manage the process.
Bagus
Furthermore, Bagus pointed out discrepancies between the names of delegates on the list and those on their National IDs, which led to his withdrawal from the primaries.
The decision to run as an independent candidate is a significant development in Malawi’s political landscape.
Bagus’s move is likely to have implications for the DPP’s chances in the Chikwawa Central constituency, where he has been serving as the MP.
Bagus’s decision highlights the challenges faced by political parties in Malawi, particularly in conducting free and fair primary elections.
The irregularities cited by Bagus are not unique to the DPP, as many parties in Malawi have struggled with internal conflicts and electoral disputes.
As an independent candidate, Bagus will have the opportunity to appeal directly to the voters, without the constraints of party affiliation.
His decision to run independently may attract support from voters who are disillusioned with the traditional parties or seeking alternative leadership.
