Enock Chihana
Enock Chihana is a prominent Malawian politician and the president of the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD). He has been active in advocating for democratic values and political reform in Malawi. Recently, he was in the news after his convoy was violently attacked in Lilongwe, raising serious concerns about political violence and safety in the country.
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Enock Chihana has commended President Peter Mutharika for instructing parliament to establish a new commission of inquiry into the tragic plane crash.
Second Vice President Chihana Applauds Fresh Inquiry into Tragic Plane Crash - Malawi Nyasa Times
Malawi· 2026-02-25
Enock Chihana turned a tree-planting ceremony into partisan celebration, speaking from a position he occupies only at presidential pleasure.
Belshazzar’s Feast: When a Tree-Planting Ceremony Became a Political Victory Lap - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-19
Second Vice President Enock Chihana joined in expressing condolences to the families affected by the tragedy.
NICO Group condoles families of five artists lost in Ntcheu road tragedy - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-11
Enock Chihana is the occupant of the Second Vice-President's office in Malawi, which is currently operating without a budget.
Chihana’s Second VP Office Running on Zero Funding Yet Travels Keep Mounting - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-01
Enock Chihana is the Second Vice President of Malawi, tasked with overseeing stalled construction works.
Kunkuyu Pushes Govt to Hand All Stalled Projects to Vice President Chihana — Says Malawi Cannot Afford Another Decade of Abandoned Infrastructure - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-21
Enock Chihana, the Second Vice President, expressed disappointment over the violence at the festival.
Gonapamuhanya Festival Descends Into Chaos as Tear Gas Clouds Ceremony Before Second Vice President - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-17
The Rumphi Central seat became vacant after former MP and Aford party president Enock Chihana was sworn in as Second Vice-President.
Yeremia Chihana Dumps Aford Ticket, Opens Door to DPP in Rumphi Central — Exposes Quiet Alliance Deals - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-05
Enock Chihana has brushed off concerns over his delayed swearing-in as Second Vice President of the Republic of Malawi.
Enock Chihana Shrugs Off Swearing-In Delay, Says He’s “Not Losing Sleep” - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-10-15
Enock Chihana is the leader of the Alliance for Democracy and has been appointed as the Second Vice President of the Republic of Malawi.
UTM’s Mtumbuka Congratulates Enock Chihana on Appointment as Second Vice President - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-10-06Chihana legitimized the party in previously resistant areas.
ANALYSIS | The brains, the strategy, the victory – DPP’s road back to power - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-10-02
Despite growing expectations, President Mutharika has yet to appoint Enock Chihana as second vice president.
Why Malawi Needs a Second Vice President: Justice Mwaungulu’s Case for Internal Checks in the Presidency - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-09-29
Enock Chihana is the AFORD President whose strategic alliances have consistently tipped the balance of power in Malawi's elections.
Enock Chihana: The Kingmaker Behind Malawi’s Blue Alliance Triumph - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-09-26Enock Chihana is leading the election results with 6,822 votes against Mathews Mtumbuka.
Mtumbuka Holds ‘Thank You’ Whistle-Stop Rallies in Rumphi Central - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-09-24
Enock Chihana’s shifting alliances and the absence of Saulos Chilima left northern voters frustrated.
Boniface Dulani: “Malawians Voted Against Chakwera, Not For Mutharika.” - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-09-24
Enock Chihana is a political heavyweight in Malawi whose alliances have shaped national outcomes.
ANALYSIS | When History Speaks: From Zambia 1991 to Malawi Today - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-09-23
Enock Chihana is the President of the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) and was accused by the Malawi Congress Party of orchestrating violence.
AFORD Hits Back at MCP, Accuses Ruling Party of Lies, Violence and Intimidation - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-09-02
Enock Chihana is the Incoming Second Vice President set to address the crowd alongside Mutharika.
Mutharika Takes Central Region by Storm: DPP Set for Mega Rally in Lilongwe - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-08-29Enock Chihana is the president of the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) and was involved in a tax dispute that led to police storming his home.
MRA, Police Storm AFORD Leader Enock Chihana’s Home Over Tax Dispute - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-08-26She said AFORD president Enock Chihana will address the media tomorrow to unpack the party’s resolutions.
Shocker! AFORD Distances Itself from DPP-Northern Alliance Pact - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-23
Enock Chihana's comments have exposed the DPP's internal indecision.
OPINION | No Alliances Needed: Why DPP Must Stand Alone to Win 2025 - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-30
Enock Chihana is the President of the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) and has returned to the campaign trail with a strong message against political coalitions that betray the people.
Chihana Roars Back: AFORD Ready for Alliance—but MCP is Off the Table - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-23
Enock Chihana is mentioned as someone who opposed the Age Bill.
CHE BASIKOLO WRITES| NO TO DPP-UTM ALLIANCE–KABAMBE IS A CROOK AND CANNOT BE TRUSTED - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-04-23
Enock Chihana is mentioned as someone who opposed the Age Bill.
CHE BISIKA WRITES| NO TO DPP-UTM ALLIANCE–KABAMBE IS A CROOK AND CANNOT BE TRUSTED - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-04-23Enock Chihana strongly dismisses rumors of a rift with Timothy Mtambo, asserting their relationship is more than cordial.
‘Timothy Mtambo is heir to AFORD throne’, says Chihana: Divided? ‘Nonsense!’ - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-04-10Enock Chihana is criticized by VON for potentially aligning with parties that do not prioritize equitable governance.
VON Slams Regional Marginalization, Backs Mzumala & Mumba For Northern Region Leadership - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-04-01
Enock Chihana is the President of the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) who was the target of a violent attack.
Malawians, Who Wants to Hurt Enock Chihana – And Why? - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-02-27