By Burnett Munthali
Honorable Kamlepo Kalua has spoken out in an audio clip circulating on social media on Friday, September 19, 2025, addressing the outcome of Malawi’s highly contested elections.
Kalua revealed that there had been a plan to manipulate election figures in order to prevent Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika from winning, but said that the scheme had failed.
He emphasized that the majority of Malawians had spoken clearly through the ballot.
Kalua noted that since December of last year, he had been warning the public about possible attempts to interfere with the electoral process.
He said that although he had faced political pushback and attempts to silence him, he chose to leave everything in the hands of God.
According to Kalua, the victory of Mutharika should be celebrated as a triumph of democracy and divine will.
He further alleged that there were still ongoing efforts by certain individuals to overturn the election results and even plots that put the lives of outspoken figures like himself at risk.
Kalua made an emotional reference to the people who lost their lives in the Chikangawa Forest tragedy, saying their innocent spirits “spoke on voting day” and contributed to the outcome.
He declared that Mutharika’s win was a “God’s election” and that this victory belonged to God.
Kalua said Malawians must recognize that freedom often comes with sacrifice, and that some individuals, including himself, have paid a price for democracy.
He described the victory of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) as a turning point for the country, outlining what it would mean for ordinary citizens.
He said children would be able to attend school for free from primary to secondary levels.
He added that women and youth would have greater access to loans, while essential goods would become more affordable.
Kalua highlighted that fuel shortages would end, and Malawians would no longer endure long queues at filling stations.
He argued that the DPP victory also meant the strengthening of multiparty democracy in Malawi.
Kalua insisted that the new administration would end tribalism and promote unity among Malawians of all backgrounds.
He added that companies previously moved from the southern region to the central region would be returned to their original bases to support balanced development.
Civil servants, he said, would benefit from policies aimed at improving housing and welfare.
Kalua envisioned that all major cities would become more developed, beautiful, and presentable.
He stressed that food security would be prioritized, with staple foods sold at affordable prices to ease the burden on families.
He also promised wider access to affordable fertilizer for farmers.
Kalua added that fair job opportunities would be created through the re-advertisement of vacant positions.
He further noted that community colleges would be reopened, providing vital skills training for youth.
He said the education sector would be strengthened with free high-quality learning, alongside student loans for poor university students.
Kalua argued that Mutharika’s victory meant a more conducive environment for businesses and better availability of foreign exchange.
He called on Malawians to recognize the hand of God in the election outcome and to praise Him for the result.
Kalua said this victory would also serve as a reminder to lawyers and leaders that democracy in Malawi had been fought for a noble purpose.
He emphasized that he had no interest in destroying democracy but rather in protecting it.
In conclusion, Kalua thanked those who had followed his voice notes in recent months, saying their encouragement motivated him to keep speaking out.
He also expressed gratitude to his family for their unwavering support.
Kalua ended by calling on Malawians to embrace this moment as a new chapter for the nation under Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika’s leadership.
Analytical Conclusion
Kalua’s message carries significant political implications for both the ruling and opposition camps.
For Mutharika’s new administration, it sets high public expectations for immediate reforms, particularly in education, food security, fuel stability, and economic management.
Failure to deliver on these promises could quickly erode the goodwill generated by his electoral victory.
For the opposition, Kalua’s remarks highlight both the challenges and opportunities ahead.
While the opposition may dispute the legitimacy of the results, it must also contend with a shifting political narrative that frames Mutharika’s win as not only a democratic outcome but also a divine mandate.
This framing could complicate efforts to mobilize resistance but also underscores the urgency of recalibrating their strategies to remain relevant in the post-election landscape.