The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) of Malawi has selected former President Peter Mutharika as its candidate for the 2025 presidential election.
Mutharika, who served as president from 2014 to 2020, has promised to revive the struggling economy and address shortages of foreign currency, fuel, and medicines.
According to Reuters, Mutharika will challenge President Lazarus Chakwera of the Malawi Congress Party, who is running for re-election on September 16, 2025.
At a recent DPP convention in Blantyre, Mutharika expressed confidence in his chances of winning and pledged to implement economic reforms. During his previous term, Mutharika, a former law professor, made strides in infrastructure development and reduced inflation. However, he faced allegations of corruption and cronyism, which he denies.
President Chakwera, who took office with promises to combat corruption and enhance economic conditions, is seeking a second term.
Additionally, Mutharika is exploring a potential alliance with the United Transformation Movement (UTM), which was founded by the late Vice President Saulos Chilima, who died in a plane crash in June.
The UTM has not yet confirmed whether it will support Mutharika’s candidacy, and there have been no comments from UTM representatives.
