LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-High Court judge Chimbizgani Kacheche has scheduled September 11, 2025, to deliver a ruling on the judicial review case concerning the Malawi Electoral Commission’s (MEC) decision to deny independent auditors access to its system.
The case, which has attracted significant attention ahead of the September 16 general elections, involves several parties including the Malawi Law Society, which appeared as friends of the court.
The parties involved made their oral submissions today, outlining their arguments regarding the transparency and integrity of the electoral process.
The judicial review challenges MEC’s refusal to grant independent auditors the ability to verify its systems, a move critics argue could affect the credibility of the election results.
Supporters of MEC maintain that the decision is within their mandate and required to safeguard the election process.
The ruling is expected to have important implications for how the upcoming elections are conducted and monitored, with many Malawians following the developments closely.
As the election date approaches, all eyes remain on the High Court’s decision, which could shape the course of electoral transparency in Malawi.
