By Vincent Gunde
President of the Muvi wa Chilungamo Revolutionary Party (MRP)Bantu Saunders Jumah, has urged the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) to reconsider the electoral law requiring national Identity Cards for voting in the 2025 elections.
Jumah has expressed concerns that this law may disenfranchise many Malawians, potentially leading to unfair election outcomes.
Jumah cites challenges with the national registration process, including slow registration rates and technical issues, which may prevent many citizens from exercising their right to vote.
He proposes delaying the implementation of the ID card requirement until the 2029 elections, citing a lack of trust in the current MEC’s ability to conduct credible elections.
Jumah also calls for transparency and fairness in the electoral process, suggesting that the MEC provide a “Voter Registration Database” to all political parties to ensure trust and credibility.
He emphasizes the importance of free, fair, and transparent elections, and urged the MEC to take necessary steps to achieve this goal.
Additionally, Jumah addresses concerns about political violence and intimidation, criticizing President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera for not adequately addressing these issues.
He has urged the President to take a stronger stance against violence and ensure a safe campaign environment for all political parties.
