Catherine Gotani Hara
Catherine Gotani Hara is the Speaker of the National Assembly in Malawi, playing a vital role in the legislative process. Recently, she was notified by Agape Khombe regarding the intentions to table the Presidential Age Limit Bill, showcasing her position's influence in guiding parliamentary procedures and discussions on significant constitutional amendments.
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Catherine Gotani Hara announced that Members of Parliament (MPs) who skip sittings without valid reasons will no longer receive allowances.
Absent MPs to Lose Allowances as Speaker Cracks the Whip - Malawi Nyasa Times
Malawi· 2025-12-08Mzimba North East MP Catherine Gotani Hara asked what strategies government had put in place to motivate teachers and ensure learners remain in school.
Government Unveils Key Fee Changes Under Free Secondary Education Plan - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-07
Catherine Gotani Hara is the First Deputy President of the Malawi Congress Party.
From Division to Discipline: MCP Backs Chithyola for a Fresh Start - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-04
Catherine Gotani Hara, who presided over the previous Parliament, retained her seat and remains a potential contender for the speakership.
MCP Still Trapped in Indecision Over Parliamentary Leadership - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-10-16
Catherine Gotani Hara is among the MPs who retained their seats in Mzimba.
Over Half of MPs, including 14 former Cabinet Ministers, Kicked Out as Malawians Demand Change - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-09-24
Speaker Catherine Gotani Hara emphasized the importance of peaceful and credible elections.
Malawi Parliament Dissolved Ahead of September 2025 General Elections - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-23
MCP Vice President Catherine Gotani Hara reminded the crowd that infrastructure, agriculture, and social safety nets have expanded significantly.
“Don’t Stop the Progress!”: MCP Defends Chakwera’s Legacy with Bold Message of Continuity Across Malawi - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-14
Catherine Gotani Hara was listed in the poll but received minimal backing.
Vitumbiko Mumba Tops Times Group Poll as MCP Favourite Running Mate—Atupele Trails, Usi Falters - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-07
Catherine Gotani Hara is a seasoned Speaker of Parliament and a long-time party loyalist gaining traction as a potential running mate.
Running Mate Fever: Why Chakwera’s Next Move Could Make or Break Malawi’s Future - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-04
President Chakwera was welcomed at the facility by Speaker of Parliament Catherine Gotani Hara.
History Made: Chakwera Commissions Malawi’s First National Cancer Centre in Lilongwe - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-03
Catherine Gotani Hara has urged young people in Malawi to actively engage in politics and governance instead of being used to perpetrate violence.
Speaker Gotani Hara urges youths to actively engage in politics, good governance - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-26
Catherine Gotani Hara is identified as the Speaker of Parliament and a top MCP official implicated in the scheme.
Top MCP Officials Accused of Implicating Vitumbiko Mumba in Mzuzu Demos — Press Briefing Set for Today - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-19
Speaker Catherine Gotani Hara remembered Joyce Chitsulo as one of the most respectful and cooperative women in Parliament.
Tears Flow as President Chakwera Pays Tribute to Late Joyce Chitsulo: “A Flame of Service That Will Never Be Extinguished” - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-09
Catherine Gotani Hara is the Speaker of the National Assembly in Malawi.
Chakwera and Chapo Commission Dedza–Calomue One-Stop Border Post, Ushering in New Era of Trade Efficiency - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-06
Catherine Gotani Hara was forced to halt the session as tempers flared between government and opposition benches.
Chaos in Parliament as Government MPs Block CCTV Footage Showing Car Vandalism Suspects - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-02-27
Speaker of Parliament Catherine Gotani Hara has requested members to submit names for inclusion in the committee.
Multi-Partisan Parliamentary Committee to Investigate Wednesday Violence - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-02-27
Agape Khombe revealed that they have already written Speaker of the National Assembly Catherine Gotani Hara.
Parliament Confirms Receiving Petition on Proposal to Table Age Limit Bill - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-02-20
