By Twink Jones Gadama
Reports suggests that UTM patron Noel Masangwi and senior member Chidanti Malunga are poised to rejoin the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).
According to sources, the duo will be welcomed back into the DPP fold at the party’s regional offices.
Masangwi and Malunga’s decision to rejoin their former party is reportedly motivated by their conviction that the DPP is the only party that truly has Malawi’s best interests at heart.
This development has significant implications for Malawi’s political landscape, particularly in the run-up to the 2025 elections.
The UTM, founded by Saulos Chilima in 2018, has been a key player in Malawi’s opposition politics.
Chilima’s leadership and vision for a better Malawi resonated with many, especially the youth.
However, his untimely passing in June 2024 created a power vacuum within the party.
The UTM’s recent convention, which saw Dalitso Kabambe take the reins as the party’s new leader, marked a significant turning point for the party.
However, the departure of key figures like Masangwi and Malunga may undermine the party’s efforts to regroup and rebrand.
The DPP, on the other hand, has been working to revamp its image and regain public trust.
The return of Masangwi and Malunga could be a significant boost to the party’s morale and prospects.
As Malawi gears up for the 2025 elections, the political landscape is becoming increasingly fluid.
The UTM’s loss of key members and the DPP’s potential gain may have far-reaching consequences for the country’s political future.
The reported defection of Noel Masangwi and Chidanti Malunga from the UTM to the DPP marks a significant shift in Malawi’s political landscape.
However,efforts to talk to the dual proved futile as their phones couldn’t be reached.
As the country hurtles towards the 2025 elections, one thing is clear: the stakes are high, and the outcome is far from certain.
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