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Malawi’s election is one of survival
The country has a collapsing currency and public sector, widespread hunger and corruption linked to the police, military and presidency
The Malawi we hoped for wasn’t delivered in 2020
The next elections are due in September 2025, but will the next government enable the country to overcome its economic hardships?
A tribute to Malawi’s Saulos Chilima, the people’s hero
The vice president had great courage, with so much character that his politics was not only an inspiration at home, but echoed throughout East, Central and Southern Africa
Malawi elections provide a global lesson in democracy
COMMENT: Opposition candidates and party can increase their chances of success at the polls by putting aside minor differences and presenting a united front
Malawi’s new president is off to a good start
In 100 days of presidency, Lazarus Chakwera has been mostly well received despite a few glitches
The secrets behind the success of Malawi’s opposition coalition
It took more than just a united front to unseat the governing party in the recent presidential elections in Malawi
Consolidating democracy in Malawi: A case of recycled elite pacts?
Lazarus Chakwera’s ascent to the presidency was made possible by the nine-party Tonse Alliance, which included Mutharika’s former deputy, Saulus Chilima, as his running mate