By Burnett Munthali
Secretary General of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), Richard Chimwendo Banda, has claimed that Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Youth Leader, Norman Chisale, admitted that the violent incidents which took place at Mbowe in Lilongwe were orchestrated by DPP members themselves. Chimwendo Banda made these remarks during a press briefing in Lilongwe, addressing the media on the recent clash.
According to Chimwendo Banda, Chisale personally called him and explained that the violence, in which some DPP youths were assaulted, was the result of internal disagreements between two rival factions within the DPP. He further stated that Chisale reassured him that the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) had no involvement in the violence.
“Chisale called me and confirmed that the clashes were between two DPP groups, and MCP should not be blamed for this,” Chimwendo Banda told reporters.
The violence in question occurred at Mbowe in Lilongwe, where reports indicated that several DPP youths were attacked during a political event. Initial speculation suggested that the clashes involved rival political parties, but Chimwendo Banda’s claims seem to suggest otherwise.
As the story develops, more details are expected to emerge, including a response from Norman Chisale and the DPP side. At the moment, MCP has distanced itself from any involvement in the incident, with Chimwendo Banda emphasizing that internal strife within the DPP is to blame.
We will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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