Malawi’s Historic Election: A Lesson in Democracy for Africa

The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader, Rigathi Gachagua, has congratulated Malawi’s President-elect, Prof. Peter Mutharika, following his decisive election victory, hailing it as a milestone for democracy across the continent. Mutharika secured re-election with 56.8% of the vote against incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera’s 33% in the September 16,…

Malawi’s President Chakwera Concedes Defeat, Paving Way for Peaceful Transition

Malawi is set for a change in leadership after President Lazarus Chakwera conceded defeat in last week’s election, acknowledging his rival, former president Peter Mutharika, had secured “an insurmountable lead.” In a televised address on Wednesday, Chakwera, 70, leader of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), confirmed he had personally called…