Chakwera Summons Ministers over Demos Violence

Chakwera must fire all cabinet ministers responsible for political violence or resign immediately

President Lazarus Chakwera has reportedly summoned ministers in response to the growing outcry over political violence linked to the anti-Smartmatic demonstrations. However, this action is far too little, too late. Malawians are not interested in meetings behind closed doors; they want justice, accountability, and immediate action against those who orchestrated and allowed violence to flourish […] The post OPINION | Chakwera must fire all cabine…

Chakwera must fire all responsible for political violence or resign immediately - Malawi Freedom Network

By Burnett Munthali | 9 July 2025 President Lazarus Chakwera has reportedly summoned ministers in response to the growing outcry over political violence linked to the anti-Smartmatic demonstrations. However, this action is far too little, too late. Malawians are not interested in meetings behind closed doors; they want justice, accountability, and immediate action against those who orchestrated and allowed violence to flourish under the watch of…

Chakwera summons ministers over demos violence

President Lazarus Chakwera summoned and met ministers of Homeland Security and Defence over the June 26 2025 violence in Lilongwe where panga-wielding thugs pounced on demonstrators in full view of State security. In a written response yesterday, presidential press secretary Anthony Kasunda said the President has so far spoken to Minister of Homeland Security Ezekiel Ching’oma and his Defence counterpart Monica Chang’anamuno. He said: “Since his…

Willis Otieno warns police of future consequences over role in causing chaos during demos

Political analyst, lawyer, and former Safina Party deputy presidential aspirant Willis Otieno has sent a strong warning to legacy politicians over their role in the recent Saba Saba protests and past demonstrations. Speaking during a podcast aired in the late hours of Tuesday, July 8, 2025, Otieno accused the political class of using the police […]

Willis Otieno explains why Saba Saba protests were a success

Political analyst and lawyer Willis Otieno has outlined reasons why the Saba Saba protests held across the country were successful.