The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has suffered one more setback as Karonga North Member of Parliament, Mungaswalu Mwambande, has formally ditched the opposition occasion to affix the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP).
Mwambande, who as soon as served as Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Energy, and Mining beneath Peter Mutharika’s administration in 2019, confirmed his defection in an unique interview, citing overwhelming strain from his constituents and visual growth initiatives beneath President Lazarus Chakwera’s management.
“I’m not with DPP—I’ve formally joined MCP. The folks in my constituency have been urging me to make this transfer, and I can’t ignore their voice.
The growth initiatives by this authorities in Karonga have satisfied me that MCP is the longer term,” Mwambande stated, expressing delight over his choice.
According to Mwambande, all DPP committee members in Karonga North had already crossed over to MCP final 12 months, leaving him as one of many final remaining DPP figures within the space.
The lawmaker can be formally welcomed into MCP this Saturday in Karonga.
Meanwhile, efforts to get a remark from DPP spokesperson Shadreck Namalomba proved futile, as he repeatedly declined calls.
MCP Second Deputy Secretary General, Uchizi Mkandawire, welcomed Mwambande’s defection, stating that Karonga is now absolutely behind President Chakwera.
“This sends a strong message to those who once claimed Karonga as their stronghold. MCP is the party of the people, and we are taking over. We are confident that we will secure 99% of the votes and all parliamentary and council seats in the district,” stated Mkandawire.
Mwambande’s defection follows an identical transfer by Chitipa Wenya MP, Welani Chilenga, who additionally dumped DPP for MCP final week—additional signaling a political shift within the Northern Region forward of the 2025 elections.
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