By Burnett Munthali
Dyton Kaombe, a senior member of the People’s Party in the Southern Eastern region of Machinga, has emphasized the need for a visionary and people-centered leader like former President Joyce Banda to lead the country once again. Kaombe believes that Joyce Banda’s leadership is crucial in addressing the current challenges faced by Malawians, particularly hunger.
According to Kaombe, the famine that has affected the region over the past two years would not have led to such severe consequences had Joyce Banda been in power. He argues that under her leadership, people would not be dying of hunger as they are now, as she was attentive to the needs of rural communities and made efforts to provide essential resources like food.
Kaombe further stated that the people of the region are eager for Joyce Banda to run for president again in 2025, asserting that she is the only leader who truly understands the struggles of rural Malawians and is committed to improving their lives.
He made these remarks during a meeting held at Machilinga, under Chief Mtumbwinda in Machinga, organized by Sailesi Chimbalanga. Chimbalanga is aspiring to represent the People’s Party as a parliamentary candidate for the Southern Eastern region of Machinga in the upcoming elections.
The call for Joyce Banda’s leadership reflects the growing concern over the current state of the country, particularly in areas struggling with food insecurity. As the 2025 elections approach, it remains to be seen whether Banda will heed these calls and contest for the presidency once again.
