Trade Minister Vitumbiko Mumba demands that the Malawi Congress Party withdraw from the Mzimba Central parliamentary contest scheduled for September 16. His lawyer, Khumbo Soko, sent correspondence to the party's Director of Legal Affairs requesting complete MCP abstention from fielding candidates. The minister proposes that all party aspirants compete as independent candidates instead. Party officials must respond by 3 pm on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. This ultimatum aims to resolve ongoing disputes surrounding the constituency race.
Legal challenges stem from contested May primaries held at Katunguwiru Primary School after venue changes from Chamaliwa Primary School due to violent disruptions. MCP officials declared Presidential Advisor Adamson Kuseri Mkandawire the primary winner following these controversial elections. Mumba challenges these results and alleges the voting process violated established party regulations. The disputed outcome creates uncertainty about legitimate candidate selection. Party leadership has not yet issued any formal response to Mumba's withdrawal demand.
Legal challenges stem from contested May primaries held at Katunguwiru Primary School after venue changes from Chamaliwa Primary School due to violent disruptions. MCP officials declared Presidential Advisor Adamson Kuseri Mkandawire the primary winner following these controversial elections. Mumba challenges these results and alleges the voting process violated established party regulations. The disputed outcome creates uncertainty about legitimate candidate selection. Party leadership has not yet issued any formal response to Mumba's withdrawal demand.
