LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Members of Parliament (MPs) have paid tribute to former President Bingu wa Mutharika, describing him as a unifying leader whose legacy continues to shape Malawi 14 years after his death on April 5, 2012.

Minister of Information Shadreck Namalomba said the country still benefits from Mutharika’s vision, calling it “a foundation for Malawi’s development and self-reliance.”

In Parliament, Dowa West legislator Richard Chimwendo Banda led the tributes, praising Mutharika for governing without segregation and promoting unity among all Malawians.

Mulanje Central MP Patricia Kaliati echoed the sentiments, highlighting his inclusive leadership, while Karonga Central’s Frank Mwenifumbo commended his emphasis on love and national cohesion.

Born in 1934 in Thyolo District, Mutharika rose to power in 2004 under the Democratic Progressive Party.

His administration is credited with the Farm Input Subsidy Programme, which boosted food security, alongside notable progress in economic growth, infrastructure, and HIV/AIDS treatment.

Lawmakers said his legacy goes beyond development, urging current leaders to emulate his commitment to unity, inclusivity, and national progress.