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Dalitso Kabambe presents nomination certificates to UTM candidates in Central Region ahead of September Polls

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Dalitso Kabambe presents nomination certificates to UTM candidates in Central Region ahead of September Polls

By Burnett Munthali

UTM Party President Dr. Dalitso Kabambe on Thursday presided over a significant event in Lilongwe where he officially presented nomination certificates to parliamentary and local government candidates for the upcoming 16th September 2025 elections.

A total of 46 parliamentary candidates and 69 ward councillor candidates from the Central Region received their certificates of endorsement from the party.

Kabambe and Mtumbuka



The event, held under the party’s theme of renewal and transformation, marked a strategic step in UTM’s ongoing preparations for the national elections.

Dr. Kabambe, who recently took over leadership of the UTM, expressed confidence in the team representing the party, describing them as capable, visionary, and ready to serve the people with integrity.

He emphasized the importance of unity, hard work, and people-centered policies as key pillars of the UTM campaign.

The gathering also featured the newly appointed UTM Vice President, Mathews Mtumbuka, who was introduced to the public for the first time in his new role.

Mtumbuka’s appointment is seen as part of a broader effort to strengthen the party’s leadership and appeal across different sectors of society.

In his brief remarks, Mtumbuka thanked Dr. Kabambe for the trust and pledged to work diligently to deliver victory for the UTM in the upcoming elections.

The mood at the event was one of optimism, with chants of support and calls for change echoing throughout the venue.

As the election campaign enters a critical phase, UTM’s leadership is working to consolidate support in the Central Region—a key battleground for political influence.

Dr. Kabambe reiterated his party’s commitment to issue-based politics and to offering practical solutions to the country’s pressing challenges, including youth unemployment, corruption, and poor service delivery.

The party’s strategy appears focused on presenting fresh leadership and restoring public trust in governance.

Observers say UTM’s early move to formally unveil its candidates and structure its campaign gives it a tactical advantage heading into the September polls.

The event in Lilongwe has sent a strong signal that UTM is ready to contest with full force and is determined to become a formidable player in Malawi’s political future.

Joseph Mkasa’s new song praising President Chakwera takes Malawi by storm

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Joseph Mkasa’s new song praising President Chakwera takes Malawi by storm

By Burnett Munthali

Veteran Malawian musician Joseph Mkasa has released a new song that is capturing the attention of political enthusiasts and music lovers alike.

The track, which praises President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera, has been commended for its distinct style and lyrical creativity.


At the heart of the song is a catchy chorus that goes, “Kuyenda ndi Chakwera mkokoma inu, eee tawonani ena akulira kubangula chifukwa ali kunja kwa boma.”

This line, translated loosely, underscores the perceived benefits of aligning with President Chakwera’s leadership while contrasting the challenges faced by those outside government.

The song has rapidly gained traction and is currently trending as one of Malawi’s top political anthems.

Social media platforms have been awash with reactions from users who are impressed by the song’s rhythm and message.

One user, Jeffrey Dzimbi, commented, “This is the best song ever. Mkasa has talent indeed. Political songs should have the vibe like this one.”

The song goes beyond praise, positioning President Chakwera as a unifying and dependable figure for Malawians.

Another powerful line in the song declares, “Zivute zitani ife a Malawi tili pa mbuyo pa Chakwera,” which reaffirms national loyalty and support for the president, even in times of difficulty.

The track is being seen not only as entertainment but as a cultural contribution to the ongoing political narrative in the country.

It arrives at a time when music is becoming a key element of political messaging and campaign strategy ahead of the 2025 elections.

Alongside Mkasa’s song, another track making waves on the campaign trail is “Pangolin” by rising artist Jetu.

“Pangolin” has become an unofficial campaign anthem, frequently played at political rallies and was a feature during the recent presentation of nomination papers by aspiring candidates.

The surge of political songs highlights how music continues to play a vital role in shaping political discourse and connecting leaders with the electorate.

As campaigns intensify, artists like Joseph Mkasa and Jetu are demonstrating the power of music to influence, inspire, and rally public sentiment.

Visionary leadership over empty promises: Fales Mpoha Moyo vows transformation for Chitipa North

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Visionary leadership over empty promises: Fales Mpoha Moyo vows transformation for Chitipa North

By Burnett Munthali

Independent parliamentary candidate for Chitipa North Constituency, Fales Mpoha Moyo, has made a passionate appeal to the electorate to prioritize vision and development when choosing their next Member of Parliament.

Speaking in an exclusive interview , Moyo expressed concern over the area’s long-standing trend of electing leaders who focus more on enriching themselves than addressing the real needs of the people.



She said that for years, the people of Chitipa North have suffered under the leadership of individuals who forget the electorate as soon as they get into office.

Moyo urged the people of Chitipa North to break this cycle of disappointment by voting for a leader who is not only present but also committed to genuine change.

She pledged that, if elected, she will prioritize development projects that directly improve the lives of people in rural areas.

She emphasized that her leadership will focus on essential needs such as access to quality healthcare and good road infrastructure.

To show her commitment to community welfare, Moyo recently donated streetlights and a TV screen to Kameme Health Centre.

The gesture, she said, is part of her broader vision to uplift public facilities and ensure that even the most remote communities feel the impact of development.

Fales Mpoha Moyo’s campaign is grounded in action, and her call for visionary leadership continues to gain momentum among the voters of Chitipa North as the September 16 elections draw closer.

Joyce Banda vows to rebuild Malawi’s economy, empower women and youth

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Joyce Banda vows to rebuild Malawi’s economy, empower women and youth

By Burnett Munthali

Former President of Malawi and current leader of the People’s Party, Joyce Banda, has assured Malawians that once elected into government in the upcoming elections, she will work tirelessly to restore the country’s economy.

Banda said her top priority would be to lift Malawians out of poverty and economic hardship that many are currently experiencing across the country.

She made these remarks in Mangochi District, where she launched a series of campaign promises aimed at transforming lives if her party wins.

Joyce Banda



Among her key pledges is the revitalisation of the mining sector, which she believes will play a crucial role in improving national revenue and uplifting citizens’ livelihoods.

She condemned the current illegal mining activities in districts like Mangochi and Machinga, where foreign nationals are reportedly smuggling gold.

Banda emphasised that this must come to an end, and that her administration would take full control of mining operations to ensure that Malawians themselves benefit from the country’s natural resources.

To empower rural women and the youth, she disclosed plans to roll out programmes targeting these groups with practical economic support.

One such initiative is the provision of loans to women to help them start and sustain small businesses in their communities.

She also revealed that the youth would benefit from the distribution of motorcycles to help them earn a living through kabaza (motorbike taxi) operations.

Banda explained that her party has already partnered with international companies to establish motorcycle assembly operations in Malawi.

Through this initiative, the motorcycles will be distributed to young people either for free or at highly subsidised prices to ensure accessibility.

She stressed that this move is designed to fight unemployment among the youth by providing them with tools to generate their own income rather than remaining idle.

Her campaign message is clear: her government would focus on economic justice, job creation, and ensuring that Malawians are the primary beneficiaries of the country’s wealth.

Dowa Council’s performance assessment exemplary

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Dowa Council’s performance assessment exemplary


By Vincent Gunde

Dowa District Council’s Chief Planning Officer Emmanuel Sohaya, says the council being number 2 in the 2024 Local Authority Performance Assessment (LAPA) has spoken a lot that the council has greatly improved in service delivery over the past years.

Sohaya said there has been an outstanding performance in Budget execution, contract management and project implementation calling for more improvements by sectors for the council to maintain the best top 10 most performing in Malawi.

He said 28 Local Authorities in Malawi have demonstrated outstanding performance in Budget execution, contract management and project implementation as compared to the past years speaking to itself that all the councils are striving to be the most performing ones in LAPA.

Emmanuel Sohaya-LAPA has improved service deliveries in councils.



Speaking to the District executive committee (Dec) in Dowa, Sohaya said the LAPA is aimed at providing fiscal incentives to improve Local Authority performance by rewarding good and penalizing poor Local Authority performance.

Sohaya said LAPA is also aimed at providing information that will be used as an input into dialogues and forums regarding enhancing local government financing and institutional performance and service delivery at both the Local Assembly and national levels.

He said the government engaged SP Trainers and Research Consultant to carry out the assessment in councils and this was done using reviewed web-based system, quality assurance was employed at all levels of the assessment and opening the Grievance Redress Mechanism window.

The Officer said in 2024 scores were ranged from 93 percent to as low as 48 percent, Neno District Council was the highest with Chitipa District Council the lowest saying only 3 local Assemblies Neno, Dowa and Nkhotakota scored above 90 percent.

He said Neno District Council has achieved an excellent performance level with a score of 93 percent from 58 percent making it to be the best performing Local Authority demonstrating remarkable progress with Dowa and Nkhotakota coming second and third respectively.

The officer said other notable Local Assembly improvements include Mwanza from 71 percent in 2023 to 85 percent in 2024 and Machinga from 51 percent in 2023 to 85 percent in 2024 observing that 46 percent of Local Assemblies performed below the national average reflecting persistent struggles in governance and service delivery.

“Likoma, Mulanje, Mchinji, Karonga and Chitipa were the bottom 6 with scores below 60 percent,” said Sohaya.

The government conducts LAPA as a precursor for the disbursement of performance based grant cycle, the results of the assessment determine eligibility and the amount of money for Gesp Projects to be implemented by best performing Local Authorities.

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