Gertrude Mutharika
MalawipoliticianFemale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Gertrude Mutharika is a prominent Malawian politician and former First Lady who is known for her outspoken critiques of the current government. She is the widow of former President Peter Mutharika and has been actively involved in political rallies, where she addresses issues affecting the Malawian populace, such as economic hardship and governance. Recently, she has been vocal in her criticism of President Lazarus Chakwera’s administration, accusing it of failing to deliver on promises and exacerbating the suffering of the citizens.
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First Lady Gertrude Mutharika has led the wave of national celebration after the country’s women’s football team, the Scorchers, sailed into the quarter-finals of the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
‘Now let’s reach the semis!’ First Lady urges Scorchers to chase historic World Cup dream - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-08-07Gertrude Mutharika is the First Lady of Malawi, accused by Namiwa of wrongful enrichment.
CDEDI’s desperate bid to free Namiwa: ‘Don’t let him rot in a cell this weekend’ - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-31
Gertrude Mutharika is the First Lady of Malawi, accused by Namiwa of wrongful enrichment and abuse of power.
Kabambe and Muluzi unite to demand justice for detained activist Namiwa - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-31
Namiwa accused First Lady Gertrude Mutharika of wrongful enrichment and abuse of power.
From accuser to accused: Namiwa arrested after wealth claims against top Malawi officials - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-30Namiwa demanded a forensic audit on First Lady Gertrude Mutharika's charity Beautify Malawi.
Namiwa summoned to Malawi police headquarters - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-30Gertrude Mutharika is the First Lady of Malawi and leads the Beautify Malawi Trust (BEAM).
Malawi civil society group urges ‘balanced’ debate over charities amid BEAM scrutiny - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-15
First Lady Gertrude Mutharika's charity, Beautify Malawi, came under scrutiny after it was revealed that Moti had funded it.
Malawi denies Moti diplomatic appointment as scrutiny of First Lady’s charity intensifies - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-14
Gertrude Mutharika, the First Lady, has recently attracted scrutiny for her charitable work.
Mutharika’s Cincinnatus act — and the DPP succession race - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-14
First Lady Gertrude Mutharika’s charity, Beautify Malawi Trust (Beam), has distributed duvets and other essentials to returnees from South Africa.
First Lady moves to cushion returnees from South Africa - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-13
Gertrude Mutharika is the chair of Beautify Malawi, the charity that received a controversial donation from Wicknell Chivayo.
Chivayo’s charm offensive reaches First Lady: Malawi’s most awkward donor - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-13
Gertrude Mutharika is associated with the BEAM Trust, which is under scrutiny for its financial practices.
Malata, Namiwa and the First Lady: deflection settles nothing - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-13
Gertrude Mutharika is Malawi’s first lady who has been linked to a scandal involving funds allegedly donated by businessman Zunaid Moti.
Businessman in first lady funding row named Malawi envoy, leak shows - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-12Namiwa alleges that First Lady Gertrude Mutharika is behind the deteriorating relationship between President Peter Mutharika and his deputy, Vice-President Jane Ansah.
CDEDI’s Namiwa alleges First Lady behind rift between Mutharika and VP Ansah - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-10
Gertrude Mutharika is the first lady of Malawi and runs the charity Beautify Malawi Trust (Beam).
Watchdog demands audit of Malawi first lady’s charity over ‘wrongful enrichment’ - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-10Gertrude Mutharika is accompanying her husband, President Peter Mutharika, on his return to Malawi.
Mkukukutamoyo returns to Malawi as Mutharika ends South Africa trip - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-29First Lady Gertrude Mutharika appeared in a photo that stirred reactions on social media.
Photo of President Mutharika With Zimbabwean Businessman Sparks Online Debate - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-03-06
First Lady Gertrude Mutharika said BEAM will work with corporate partners, city councils, and heritage groups to achieve its goal of making Malawi cleaner and healthier.
NBS Bank commits K5 billion to BEAM sanitation drive - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-28
Madam Professor Gertrude Mutharika has brought renewed hope to both the Mai Mbambande Elderly Home and Temwa Chilenga after donating large quantities of food and essential items through her foundation.
First Lady Gertrude Mutharika Lifts Mai Mbambande Elderly Home and Temwa Chilenga with BEAM Donations - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-10
BEAM Trust was established in 2014 by former First Lady Professor Gertrude Mutharika.
BEAM Trust set to unveil 2026–2030 strategic plan, expands nationwide impact - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-06
The First Lady Gertrude Mutharika visited Ntandire Township in Lilongwe, where she distributed relief items worth K31 million.
ANALYSIS | Stripped of Power in 100 days: Who Is Afraid of Jane Ansah? - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-24
Gertrude Mutharika is the First Lady of Malawi and BEAM Matron who received a donation from FDH Bank to assist flood-affected families.
FDH Bank gives K50 million food aid through BEAM Trust - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-14
Gertrude Mutharika wielded unusual influence during her husband's presidency.
GREGORY GONDWE WRITES: Malawi’s Déjà Vu—From Mutharika to Chakwera, Different Faces, Same Failures - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-09-23
Gertrude Mutharika criticized President Lazarus Chakwera’s administration for its failures over the past five years.
Gertrude Mutharika Blasts Tonse Alliance: “Five Years of Empty Promises and Suffering” - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-08-19