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Malawi's President Chakwera concedes defeat

Official results released so far show ex-president Peter Mutharika, Chakwera's predecessor, has built a commanding lead in the September 16 election.

By Samuel Otieno 24 Sep 2025

Malawi's ex-president Mutharika takes early lead in election

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Malawi's ex-president Mutharika takes early lead in election

Mutharika received roughly 51% of the valid votes cast in nine of the country's 36 councils, compared with nearly 39% for Chakwera, according to Reuters calculations based on results released by the country's election commission.

By Rose Achieng 22 Sep 2025

Malawi police arrest eight for alleged election fraud

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Malawi police arrest eight for alleged election fraud

Inspector General Merlyne Yolamu said the suspects, who were working as data entry clerks, had been trying to manipulate the figures.

By Ann Nyambura 21 Sep 2025