Mutharika slammed for derogatory language against Tonse Alliance administration

By Chisomo Phiri


Social commentators have criticized former President and leader of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Peter Mutharika for using derogatory language to express his disapproval of the Tonse-led administration’s governance.

Writing on his Facebook page few days ago, Mutharika lamented the social ills Malawians face, stating that the country has been “left to the dogs.”

Mutharika

Mutharika cited maladministration at the Immigration department and rising poverty levels as indicators of the country’s struggles.

But speaking to this publication,social commentator Latimu Matenje faulted Mutharika for using the demeaning expression, urging him to provide constructive checks and balances instead.

Matenje called on both the government and opposition to collaborate in finding solutions to the challenges facing the nation.

Mutharika and his DPP got booted out of government in a court sanctioned presidential poll in June 2020.