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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 59391, member: 636"] Executive Director Goodwell Logeya signed a statement from the Leadership Institute for Transparency and Accountability urging election candidates to accept defeat gracefully. The organization praised Malawians for participating peacefully in the September 16 General Elections. LITA emphasized that democracy strengthens when losing candidates congratulate winners and demonstrate dignity. The institute warned against inflammatory language from victorious parties and stressed the need for national unity. Candidates who have already conceded based on preliminary results received commendation for their democratic commitment. The organization reminded the projected winning party that election success belongs to Malawian democracy rather than any single group. LITA emphasized that incoming leaders must serve all citizens, regardless of their voting preferences. The institute appealed for calm while awaiting official results from the Malawi Electoral Commission. Security agencies and civil society groups received calls to protect the transition process. Faith leaders and international observers were asked to maintain vigilance during this period. The Malawi Electoral Commission released results from nine councils showing Democratic Progressive Party candidate Peter Mutharika leading with 203,440 votes. Malawi Congress Party candidate Lazarus Chakwera follows with 153,447 votes according to preliminary tallies. Saturday brought results from Karonga Town Council, Zomba City, Ntchisi, Salima, and Neno councils. Friday saw the release of results from Mwanza, Likoma, Kasungu Municipality, and Luchenza Municipality. The commission continues to process the remaining constituency results across the country. [/QUOTE]

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