Malawi heads to the polls in tight presidential rematch amid economic turmoil
Africa • Sep 16, 2025, 2:39 AM
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Malawians voted Tuesday in a tense presidential race between incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera and former leader Peter Mutharika as the nation battles economic crisis, inflation and deep voter frustration. Though 17 candidates are running, the contest is seen as a rematch between the two front-runners, with many voters torn between hope and disillusionment.
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Malawi heads to the polls in tight presidential rematch amid economic turmoil
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Malawians voted Tuesday in a tense presidential race between incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera and former leader Peter Mutharika as the nation battles economic crisis, inflation and deep voter frustration. Though 17 candidates are running, the contest
Read the article