Joyce Banda Accuses Opposition of Disrupting People’s Party Convention

By Burnett Munthali

People’s Party (PP) leader Joyce Banda has made a bold claim that members from other political parties attempted to disrupt the ongoing PP convention. Speaking to the press, Banda alleged that her party’s intelligence apparatus had identified these individuals and that she possesses a list of their names.

In her address, Banda urged, “Sangatisokoneze ayi, Ife tayamba ulendo wathu tisiyeni tipange zathu nanu pangani zanu. Sibwino kusokonezana poti aliyense ali ndi zolinga zake,” which translates to, “They can’t disrupt us, we have started our journey, please leave us to do our things while you concentrate on yours. It is not good to create disruptions since everyone has their own goals.”

Dr Joyce Banda



Banda’s remarks reflect a determined stance as she emphasizes the importance of focusing on internal matters and advancing the party’s agenda without external interference. She has also called upon delegates to elect leaders who will effectively guide the party forward and strengthen its position.

The accusations of sabotage come amid a high-stakes convention where the PP is electing its central committee. Banda’s call for unity and concentration on the party’s objectives highlights the critical nature of this leadership selection process and her commitment to ensuring a smooth transition as the party prepares for future political challenges.