LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-A senior member of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), Ken Msonda, has urged his fellow party members to support the current Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) administration led by President Peter Mutharika.
In a post on his Facebook page, Msonda emphasized the need for stability and continuity in government, suggesting that it’s time for the DPP to lead the country.
Msonda’s call for support comes as a surprise, given that the MCP is a major opposition party in Malawi.
However, he made it clear that this is not the time for politics as usual, and that the country needs a united front to move forward.
“Let’s resume politics in 2029,” he wrote, indicating that this is a temporary trallying behind the current administration.
The MCP member’s statement is seen as a significant boost for the DPP administration, which has been facing criticism on various fronts.
Msonda’s support could be an indication of a shift in alliances within the opposition, with some members putting national interest above party politics.
Msonda was categorical in his message, stating “ONE PRESIDENT AT A TIME”, implying that Malawi cannot afford to have multiple leaders at the moment.
He emphasized that this is the time for the DPP, not for the United Transformation Movement (UTM) or the MCP.
The MCP has not officially commented on Msonda’s statement, and it remains to be seen how the party will respond to his call for support for the DPP administration.
However, Msonda’s post has sparked a lively debate on social media, with some people praising him for his pragmatism and others accusing him of betraying the party.
The development is being closely watched, as it could have implications for the country’s politics and the 2025 elections.
For now, Msonda’s message is clear: support the current administration and let’s focus on development.