Malawian Influencer Declares Death of Politics, Expresses 2025 Concerns
Mphande: “For the past three years, Malawian politics has been critically ill. Today, it died.”
LILONGWE, Malawi — Pemphero Mphande, a prominent Malawian social media influencer, voiced deep concerns over the state of Malawian politics on Monday, describing it as "dead" and expressing pessimism about the upcoming 2025 elections, writes Winston Mwale.
“There have been two deaths in Malawi today, and it's sad. The death of Malawian politics and the death of 2025!” Mphande declared in a social media post.
“For the past three years, Malawian politics has been critically ill. Today, it died.”
Mphande's comments followed the recent elective conventions of Malawi's major political parties, the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).
While he praised both parties for holding successful conventions, he expressed disappointment, particularly with the DPP's choice of leadership.
“I expected so much from DPP, especially a change of faces at the top,” Mphande stated.
“Instead, they have elected the same people that were rejected in 2020. Peter Mutharika, who was rejected by Malawians and is almost 90 years old, was given a free pass to still lead the mighty DPP.”
Mphande contrasted the energy of MCP's leader, President Lazarus Chakwera, with that of the DPP's Mutharika, raising questions about the DPP's ability to challenge the ruling party effectively.
“Chakwera was up at his party's convention for two days straight, looking strong and energetic,” he said.
“How does DPP think they can defeat a highly organized party with an energetic leader with their leader who looks tired and can’t produce one coherent sentence? Are they counting on tribal politics?”
Mphande also criticized the DPP for relying on Mutharika's past leadership, questioning whether the former president would be able to govern effectively if elected.
He said: “Today Mutharika delegated Chaponda to speak for him. The question is if he wins, will he be the one running state affairs or will it be the same old failures around him?”
As for his personal stance, Mphande expressed frustration with both major parties, signaling a lack of confidence in the current political landscape.
“Even if I was cursed, I can never vote for DPP, especially with the same failed leaders going back in power,” he stated.
“But I am not sure if Chakwera has earned my vote yet either.”
Mphande concluded his remarks with a somber reflection on the upcoming elections.
“In 2025, Malawians are torn for choice; they must choose the lesser evil and not a leader that promises change. But for now, we mourn the death of Malawian politics and 2025!”
The next presidential election is slated for 2025, with both the MCP and DPP expected to be major contenders.
However, Mphande's comments highlight a growing disillusionment among some voters, signaling a challenging road ahead for all parties involved.
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