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MEC urges traditional leaders to boost voter verification

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Dr. Limbikani Kamlongera

By Chisomo Phiri

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has called on traditional leaders in the country to actively encourage community members who registered to participate in the upcoming voter roll verification exercise.

MEC Commissioner Dr. Limbikani Kamlongera made the appeal on Monday during a meeting with local and religious leaders in Ntchisi district, highlighting the crucial role traditional leaders play in disseminating information within their communities.

She emphasized the Commission’s reliance on their influence to ensure widespread participation in the verification process.

On his part,Traditional Authority(T/A) Vuso Jere expressed gratitude for the timely awareness campaign and welcomed the initiative.

The first phase of the verification exercise is scheduled for May 13 to 15,2025, with Ntchisi district included in the initial phase.

Chisomo Phiri

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