LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi Congress Party (MCP) caucus has chosen Peter Dimba as its candidate for Speaker of the National Assembly.
Dimba, defeated Sam Kawale, who had expressed interest in the position.
In a confirmation interview with Maravi Post, Dimba confirmed the decision, saying, “Yes, I can confirm.”
The development comes as the National Assembly prepares to elect its leadership, with various parties likely to nominate their candidates.
As the MCP’s candidate, Dimba will be vying for the Speaker position, a crucial role that requires strong leadership and parliamentary experience.
He was elected as the Member of Parliament for Lilongwe South Constituency in 2020 and has since served in various capacities, including Chairperson of the Legal Affairs Committee of Parliament.
Notably, he resigned from this position in February 2023, citing the futility of fighting corruption in the country.
The Speaker position is a key role that requires building consensus and managing the legislative agenda.
