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MCP Diaspora keen to stop elections rigging- ‘monitors are key’

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Chalo Mvula
Chalo Mvula – MCP Diaspora Wing Spokesperson

The Malawi Congress Party Diaspora chapter has insisted that it will help greatly to make sure that this years general elections are not rigged. The claims comes amidst the recent spats and vote rigging accusations between President Peter Mutharika and Vice President and UTM presidential candidate Saulos Chilima.

Speaking to Maravi Post, the Spokesperson of MCP Diaspora Wing Chalo Mvula said MCP as a party are fully aware that there maybe attempts by other parties to rig the elections. “We are fully aware and we are getting prepared. In 2014 we had shortfalls as far as proper checks and monitoring were concerned but this time we are leaving no stone unturned and no party should even dream of rigging this year’s elections” said Mvula

President Mutharika has claimed in recent rallies he has conducted that he is aware of other parties working alongside foreigners from Nigeria and Russia planning to rig the elections. However, Saulos chilima rubbished those claims, arguing that its the DPP government that is planning to rig and even went further to challenge them that this will not be possible.

When asked on what measures MCP is putting in place, Chalo Mvula said one area the party is focusing on is the election monitors “Election monitors are key, the party is building a strong team of monitors. We have the stats from Malawi Electoral Commission and we know how many people registered, monitors will be there so that every counting process is checked and the numbers verified”.

Mvula, however acknowledged that the challenge for the party is the funding for these monitors. He said having monitors at every polling station is costly but the party has set up the big Tambala Fund initiative where well wishers can contribute and sponsor a monitor.

The MCP diaspora chapter has also taken a leading role by fundraising for this Sponsor a monitor initiative. “This sponsor a monitor initiative is really for every concerned malawian who wants to see a free and fair election. Us as the diaspora Wing we are doing our part and will this weekend on 5th of May have a Kwacha gala dinner at Holly Lane, Erdington in the city of Birmingham UK. All proceeds of this gala dinner will go towards sponsoring of monitors. Singers, comedians and other activities are scheduled for the night. Malawians in diaspora have been given a great opportunity to contribute to the success of this years elections” Concluded Mvula.

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MCP Diaspora to hold “Kwacha Gala” event in Manchester

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MCP Diaspora to hold “Kwacha Gala” event in Manchester

As the days towards the general election are fast, approaching, political parties are leaving no stone unturned in their efforts to beef up their finances to carry them through the campaign period. The opposition Malawi Congress Party   Diaspora Wing –UK branch has announced that it will have a fundraising gala dinner dance dubbed “Kwacha gala” in the city of Manchester.

Making the statement available to Maravi Post, the spokesperson of the wing Chalo Mvula said “ We are indeed having a gala event  to fundraise for our beloved  party Malawi Congress Party. We feel us in diaspora have a great role to play for our party’s campaign in order to make sure that things change in our beautiful Malawi”.

The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday 06/04/19 at Sol House where on top of a meal; other activities such as a raffle draw have been planned.

Fundraising for political parties has always been a common norm although this has registered prominence in Malawi especially towards this year’s elections. On explaining why the diaspora wing has decided to get involved in this way,  Mvula highlighted that  ” The party belongs to the people and it will be through our efforts as dedicated members, supporters and well-wishers to make sure that we have the strength to fight the party that is in power and that is using government resources to boast its campaign “said Mvula.  Mvula also urged all well-wishers, who are serious about bringing change to Malawi through getting rid of the DPP government and helping make Dr Lazarus Chakwera win to Pledge and donate to the campaign.

The gala event by the Diaspora wing compliments The Tambala Fund, which is the central fundraising fund for the party. Those wishing to reserve tickets are encouraged to contact the organisers on +447969216335

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MCP Diaspora Network condemns the actions by some DPP Operatives in stopping the leader of Opposition R.t Hon Dr Lazarus Chakwera attending a Gonapamuhanya function in Rumphi.

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Information that is just reaching the MCP Diaspora Network, indicates :  The Malawi leader of Opposition, R.t Hon Dr Lazarus Chakwera this morning was prevented from attending a Gonapamuhanya function in Rumphi by some disgruntled youth belonging to the Ruling Party, under who’s direction? we don’t know.

But from all angles, this is sad and it’s a direct attack to our democracy.  The DPP leadership  should be ashamed for allowing this type of behaviour  in our country. The Ruling Party is supposed to set a good example of not leading the country to a path of destruction. Over the past weeks, some of the  rhetoric by some  senior DPP officials has been despicable and embarrassing especially coming from people who call themselves government. Continue reading MCP Diaspora Network condemns the actions by some DPP Operatives in stopping the leader of Opposition R.t Hon Dr Lazarus Chakwera attending a Gonapamuhanya function in Rumphi. →