By Twink Jones Gadama
Former President of Malawi, Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika, made a scathing assessment of the current state of leadership in the country during the official opening of the DPP convention on Sunday, August 18.
In a speech that drew applause and nods of agreement from the crowd, Mutharika declared that Malawi has a president, but lacks a leader.
Mutharika’s statement was a clear reference to the current president, who he accused of failing to deliver on promises made to the people of Malawi.
“The president promised to take Malawians to Canaan, but has failed to do so because he isn’t a leader,” Mutharika said.
The former president’s words struck a chord with many in attendance, who have grown disillusioned with the current administration’s inability to address the country’s pressing challenges.
Mutharika’s speech was a stark reminder of the high expectations that Malawians had when they elected the current president, and the subsequent disappointment that has followed.
Mutharika’s critique of the current president’s leadership style was biting.
He argued that a true leader is one who is able to inspire and motivate others, who is able to make tough decisions, and who is able to put the interests of the country above their own.
“A leader is not just someone who holds a position of power, but someone who is able to make a positive impact on the lives of others,” Mutharika said.
The former president also took aim at the current administration’s policies, which he argued have failed to address the root causes of Malawi’s problems.
“We need a leader who is able to think critically and come up with solutions that will take our country forward,” Mutharika said.
Mutharika’s speech was not just a critique of the current president, but also a call to action for the DPP and its supporters.
He urged the party to remain united and focused on its mission to serve the people of Malawi.
“We must work together to build a better future for our country,” Mutharika said.
As the DPP convention continues, Mutharika’s words will undoubtedly resonate with many delegates.
The question on everyone’s lips is: what next for Malawi?
Will the country find the leader it so desperately needs, or will it continue to stumble from one crisis to another? Only time will tell.
