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HRDC denies plans to apologise to Mutharika

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HRDC denies plans to apologise to Mutharika



By Chisomo Phiri

The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) has dismissed reports suggesting that its members are planning to meet former president and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP ) leader Peter Mutharika to apologise for leading nationwide protests after the disputed 2019 presidential elections.

In a statement, HRDC chairperson Gift Trapence describes the reports as ‘outright falsehoods deliberately crafted to mislead Malawians ahead of the polls.’

Trapence


“There is high-level propaganda from the DPP aimed at rewriting history. HRDC has nothing to apologise to Mutharika,” says Trapence in the statement.

He adds that attempts had been made to lure some HRDC members into meeting Mutharika, but they had rejected such approaches.

“I am aware that they have been reaching out to some members of HRDC to meet Mutharika, but these members have refused to succumb to their ill motives,” adds Trapence.

Meanwhile,Mutharika, who is seeking a second term on the DPP ticket after losing the 2020 fresh presidential election, has not publicly commented on the matter.

HRDC denies plans to apologise to Mutharika

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HRDC denies plans to apologise to Mutharika



By Chisomo Phiri

The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) has dismissed reports suggesting that its members are planning to meet former president and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP ) leader Peter Mutharika to apologise for leading nationwide protests after the disputed 2019 presidential elections.

In a statement, HRDC chairperson Gift Trapence describes the reports as ‘outright falsehoods deliberately crafted to mislead Malawians ahead of the polls.’

Trapence


“There is high-level propaganda from the DPP aimed at rewriting history. HRDC has nothing to apologise to Mutharika,” says Trapence in the statement.

He adds that attempts had been made to lure some HRDC members into meeting Mutharika, but they had rejected such approaches.

“I am aware that they have been reaching out to some members of HRDC to meet Mutharika, but these members have refused to succumb to their ill motives,” adds Trapence.

Meanwhile,Mutharika, who is seeking a second term on the DPP ticket after losing the 2020 fresh presidential election, has not publicly commented on the matter.

Lilongwe Court Orders Arrest of Social Media Influencer Tamia Ja for Contempt of Court

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Lilongwe Court Orders Arrest of Social Media Influencer Tamia Ja for Contempt of Court



By Rahim Abdul

The Lilongwe Magistrate’s Court has issued a warrant of arrest for popular social media influencer Hanna Jabes, widely known as Tamia Ja, after she failed to appear before the court for the second consecutive time.

On August 26, 2025, the court ordered Tamia Ja to pay a K50,000 fine for missing her initial appearance. However she neither paid the fine nor showed up for her rescheduled hearing today prompting the court to take tougher action.

The case was initiated by the National Aids Commission (NAC), which filed a complaint accusing Tamia Ja of violating privacy laws and damaging reputations by sharing explicit and sensitive information about another person’s health status without consent on her social media platform.

NAC’s legal representative, Bruno Matumbi, told the court that Tamia Ja’s repeated absence shows blatant disregard for the justice system making it difficult for the trial to proceed.

Tamia Ja



The court’s ruling means Tamia Ja will remain in police custody until the case is concluded or until the court is satisfied that she will attend all subsequent proceedings.

The case has stirred debate online with many Malawians discussing digital responsibility, freedom of expression and the legal boundaries of content creation on social media.

MEC Steps Up Security as Ballot Papers Begin Journey to Constituencies Ahead of September 16 Polls

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MEC Steps Up Security as Ballot Papers Begin Journey to Constituencies Ahead of September 16 Polls



By Rahim Abdul

The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has officially commenced the distribution of ballot papers to constituencies across the country in preparation for the highly anticipated September 16, 2025 general elections.

The exercise, which began on September 6, is expected to continue until September 11 and is being carried out in phases starting with the 60 furthest constituencies to ensure timely delivery of voting materials.

MEC Chairperson Justice Anabel Mtalimanja confirmed that the commission received the final batch of ballot papers on Friday, September 5, marking a critical step toward ensuring that all voting materials are ready ahead of election day.



“We have secured enough fuel and security to facilitate the safe transportation of ballot papers and other sensitive materials. Once these materials reach the constituencies, they will be kept under tight security and will only be dispatched to polling stations on September 12,” Mtalimanja explained.

Security agencies, including the Malawi Police Service and the Malawi Defence Force, are working closely with MEC to safeguard the integrity of the process amid concerns over possible electoral malpractice.

The distribution of ballot papers comes at a time of heightened political activity with political parties intensifying their campaigns across the country.

Election observers from both local and international bodies are also expected to closely monitor the distribution and storage of ballot papers to guarantee free, fair and credible elections.

MEC has urged all stakeholders including political parties and voters to remain calm and allow the commission to carry out its duties professionally as Malawi moves closer to a crucial election that will determine the country’s leadership for the next five years.

Police Officer Killed by Angry Mob in Dedza During Security Operation

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Police Officer Killed by Angry Mob in Dedza During Security Operation



By Rahim Abdul

Tragedy struck Dedza on Monday when a police officer, Mphatso Namwada, lost his life after being attacked by an angry mob in Chufikani Village during a security operation.

According to Dedza Police Public Relations Officer Beatrice Jafta, Namwada was part of a team of officers responding to a tip-off that a man, Fanuel Chadaime had been captured by suspected criminals. The officers rushed to the scene with the aim of rescuing him.

However, upon arrival chaos erupted as some villagers turned hostile towards the police. In the confusion, Namwada was severely assaulted and his service rifle was forcibly taken by the mob.

The late Namwada



“It is heartbreaking that our colleague was brutally attacked while on duty, trying to protect someone’s life. This is a huge loss to the Malawi Police Service,” said Jafta.

Namwada was quickly rushed to Dedza District Hospital but he was pronounced dead upon arrival due to the severe injuries he sustained.

Jafta further condemned the incident, describing it as “barbaric and unacceptable”, and warned that the police will leave no stone unturned in bringing the perpetrators to justice.

The police spokesperson also urged communities to work with law enforcement agencies instead of taking matters into their own hands.

“Mob justice does not solve problems. It only leads to more pain and loss of life. We call on the public to report crimes through the right channels,” she added.

Meanwhile, police have launched a manhunt for the individuals involved in the killing and the theft of the firearm.

Namwada’s death has sparked fear among officers and community members with some residents expressing concern over the growing tensions between law enforcement and villagers in the area.

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