LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-On Sunday, July 13, 2025, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Vice President for the Central Region, Alfred Gangata, addressed a massive political rally at Masintha Ground in Lilongwe, setting the tone for what the party says is the final stretch before victory in the upcoming September 16 elections.

He began his speech by warmly greeting the crowd and expressing his deep gratitude to the people for turning out in large numbers to support the DPP.

Gangata observed that the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) had scheduled their own political rally at Kaliyeka Ground—within the same city—on the very same day.

He questioned whether this kind of behavior reflects democratic coexistence, saying it has become a troubling habit for MCP to organize parallel political events whenever DPP hosts a major rally.

He reminded the crowd that MCP did the same thing in Salima, accusing the ruling party of deliberately trying to create confusion and division wherever DPP gains momentum.

Gangata used a metaphor to describe the current state of the MCP government: “When a chicken is killed, it struggles and kicks—the last kicks before dying.”

He said this is exactly what Malawians are witnessing from MCP, calling their actions “the last kicks of a dying horse.”

He stressed that when God says no to a failed leadership, no amount of effort or propaganda can save it.

Gangata stated confidently that despite the ruling party’s attempts to compete with the DPP, Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika will still emerge victorious in the elections on 16th September 2025.

He again thanked the people for honoring the DPP with their presence at the rally, saying their turnout was a clear message to MCP that Malawians are tired and ready for change.

“I know wherever they are, they now realize that Malawians are tired of this MCP government,” Gangata said.

Addressing widespread rumors, Gangata dismissed claims that Dalitso Kabambe would stand in Mutharika’s place as presidential candidate.

He confirmed that “APM will stand on the ballot,” and reminded the crowd that Mutharika has a strong track record of electoral victory—having won in 2014, 2019, and the contested 2020 elections.

He highlighted the affordable cost of essential commodities under APM’s leadership, contrasting it with the current high prices under MCP.

He pointed out visible development projects like school blocks constructed in Kawale and additional structures at Kawale Health Centre as proof of Mutharika’s developmental vision.

He further accused the MCP government of doing nothing substantial since taking over, claiming that even the road projects in town were initiated by the DPP and have since stalled.

Gangata addressed rumors about Mutharika’s recent trip to South Africa, saying the former president simply went on holiday in preparation for the coming election—not for medical treatment as the MCP government has falsely claimed.

He insisted that MCP is afraid of Mutharika, knowing that his return spells political defeat for them.

“Mutharika has no time to be moving around aimlessly,” he said, taking a jab at President Lazarus Chakwera, whom he accused of endless travel while the economy continues to collapse.

Gangata argued that one of the major reasons for Malawi’s current economic crisis is President Chakwera’s constant international trips, which he said are draining public resources without bringing results.

Quoting from Exodus 13:14, Gangata declared that Malawians would soon cross over to a better future, leaving behind the failed MCP government.

“You will not see the MCP government again after 16 September 2025,” he proclaimed, drawing loud applause.

He assured the audience that MCP will not succeed in rigging the elections, even with the controversial electronic voting system, saying “they will not manage.”

Gangata concluded his speech with a gospel message of hope, joining the crowd in singing “Tidzakuyimbirani tikadali ndi moyo,” which was played by the rally DJ.

With a mix of scripture, politics, and campaign promises, Alfred Gangata’s address painted a vivid picture of a party ready to reclaim power and a people eager for change.