People who support the Democratic Progressive Party think they can beat President Chakwera easily next year. They point to money problems, broken campaign promises, and how the government handled Vice President Chilima's plane crash. These supporters believe these issues will help them win the election. However, many signs show Chakwera has several advantages that could help him stay in power. The real story about who might win involves looking at what actually happens on the ground.
Chakwera controls government money and resources that help him campaign across the country. He uses state machinery to fund his events and reach more voters than other candidates can. Many people worry that Chakwera influences important groups like the...