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Concerned citizens express concern over Kamangira’s judicial corruption claims

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Concerned citizens express concern over Kamangira’s judicial corruption claims

By Chisomo Phiri

A group calling itself Concerned Citizens has formally complained to Chief Justice Rizine Mzikamanda about human rights lawyer Alexious Kamangira, accusing him of making unsubstantiated allegations of judicial corruption on social media.

The group claims Kamangira’s comments amount to mob justice and questions his mental fitness.

In a letter to Mzikamanda and copied to the Malawi Law Society(MLS), the group demands that the Kamangira provide evidence or face disciplinary action.

It has given him three days to file a formal complaint with authorities like the Anti-Corruption Bureau(ACB) and Malawi Police Service(MPS).



The group has dismissed Kamangira’s calls for a Judicial Service Commission and seeks unity in the legal community.

During his Facebook live broadcast on October 18, 2024, Kamangila specifically mentioned Supreme Court judges Justice Chikopa, Justice Madise, and Justice Kapanda as corrupt.

He also expressed concerns about Chief Justice Rizine Mzikamanda SC, alleging passive corruption and neglect of duties.

In the High Court, Kamangila named Justice Media and Justice Nyirenda as part of a system failing to address corruption.

He also accused several lawyers of corrupt practices, including Wapona Kita, Frank Mbeta, Edgar Kachere, Steve Kayuni, and Masauko Chamkalala.

Mvalo dragged into judicial corruption debate

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Mvalo dragged into judicial corruption debate

By Chisomo Phiri

Minister of Justice Titus Mvalo has been dragged into the debate on corruption in the judiciary.

According to Nation Online, Mvalo, in one of the groups created to support lawyer Alexious Kamangila’s anti-corruption crusade, had to come to the rescue of some judges whose names were included on a list of those suspected to be involved in corruption. Said Mvalo:

“I have seen a list here of judges alleged to be corrupt, which includes the two lady Justices of Appeal in the Supreme Court of Appeal, Nyakaunda Kamanga and Ivy Kamanga.

Titus Mvalo



“I would ask that these should be removed from the list. It is a mistake to include them on such a list because they definitely are not corrupt, and even the whistleblower, Kamangila, specifically singled them out as not corrupt.”

During the Facebook live broadcast on October 18,2024, Kamangila specifically mentioned the following judges in the Supreme Court as corrupt: Justice  Chikopa, Justice Madise, and Justice Kapanda.

He also expressed serious concerns about Chief Justice Rizine Mzikamanda SC, alleging that he is “passively corrupt” and neglects his duties in overseeing the judiciary.

In the High Court, Kamangila pointed out Justice Media and Justice Nyirenda as part of a system he believes is failing to address corruption effectively.

Additionally, Kamangila did not hold back in naming several lawyers he accused of corrupt practices, including Wapona Kita, Frank Mbeta, Edgar Kachere, Steve Kayuni, and Masauko Chamkalala.

Malawi Elections Act dispute ruling shifted to Friday

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Malawi Elections Act dispute ruling shifted to Friday



By Chisomo Phiri

High Court judge Mandala Mambulasa on Monday reserved ruling to Friday, October 25, 2024, in the case in which five people are seeking an injunction to stop the operation of Section 12 of the Parliamentary, Presidential and Local Government Elections Act.

In the courtroom before reserving the case, former Attorney General Kalekeni Kaphale, representing the claimants, argued that Section 12 of the PPGLE Act contradicts Section 77 of the Malawi Constitution by requiring people to present a national ID before registering as voters.



He asked the court to follow the law in Section 5 of the Constitution, which states that any law and act of Government or any law that is inconsistent with the provisions of the Constitution shall, to the extent of such inconsistency, be invalid.

Another lawyer representing the claimants, Felix Tambulasi, said the claimants do not want an injunction to stop the voter registration, which commenced on Monday, but are seeking a temporary suspension of Section 12 of the PPGLE Act so that the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) should allow other forms of identification for voter registration.

However, one of the lawyers for MEC, Matumika Banda, said the commission is required to comply with the law when conducting elections, and currently, the law states that a person registering as a voter should present proof of national registration.

He argued that he does not see why the court should be compelled to grant an injunction when the five claimants can go to the National Registration Bureau (NRB) center and register for national IDs before registering as voters.

The act mandates MEC to accept a national ID as the sole identification for voter registration.

The five claimants in the case are George Chipwaila, Geofrey Banda, Alex Phillip Dimba, James Chitsulo, and Crino Masulani.

President Lazarus Chakwera urges Malawians to register for upcoming elections

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President Lazarus Chakwera urges Malawians to register for upcoming elections



By Burnett Munthali

President Lazarus Chakwera has made a fervent appeal to all eligible Malawians to register in large numbers during the ongoing voter registration exercise, which officially commenced today in several parts of the country. In a televised address on the state broadcaster, the president emphasized the critical importance of this process for the nation’s democratic future.

Dr. Chakwera encouraged those who may not yet have identified a candidate to support to still take the opportunity to register. He warned that failing to do so could lead to regret later on, particularly as the elections approach and the window for registration closes. “Register now, even if you haven’t found a candidate to vote for. You may regret later after losing this registration opportunity,” he stated, highlighting the urgency of participation in the electoral process.

President Chakwera

In his address, President Chakwera also called upon political parties, traditional leaders, and religious figures to mobilize their followers and communities to participate in the registration exercise. He underscored that every citizen’s involvement is essential in exercising their right to choose their leaders, thus reinforcing the foundation of democracy in Malawi.

The president’s appeal comes at a crucial time, as the country gears up for the upcoming elections. Voter registration is not only a constitutional right but also a vital civic duty that empowers citizens to have a say in the governance of their country.

As the registration period unfolds, President Chakwera’s message serves as a reminder of the power that lies in the hands of the electorate. The government is committed to ensuring a smooth registration process, and it is now up to Malawians to seize this opportunity to make their voices heard in the democratic process.

TNM launches Mxit Mxit bundle package

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TNM launches Mxit Mxit bundle package

By Chisomo Phiri

One of the country’s top network services providers Telecom Networks Malawi (TNM) Plc on Monday launched a new bundle package dubbed Mxit Mxit.

In an interview with journalists, the company’s Marketing Director Sobhuza Ngwenya  said Mxit Mxit provides customers with the freedom to customize packages according to their needs, including data, SMS, and voice.

He said the bundle is designed to meet subscribers’ individual needs and enhance their personal connectivity, covering all communication requirements on one SIM card – the TNM SIM card.

Sobhuza Ngwenya

Ngwenya noted that TNM is known for its innovative products, and this new offer continues that trend by redefining how customers choose to connect, whether for work or for staying in touch with family and friends.

“Our new product offering is a mixed-benefit package that allows customers to build their own data, voice, and SMS packages. Starting from as low as K200 and up to K1,000, customers can select the amount of voice minutes, SMS, and data volume they need from that amount. This means that all a customer needs is a TNM SIM card to call any network in Malawi, use the internet, and meet their messaging needs,” said Ngwenya.

He explained that customers can create their desired combinations through the TNM SmartApp or by using the USSD code *202#.

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