Jappie Mhango
MalawipoliticianMale6.2Global Dominance: 0.00%Jappie Mhango is a political figure associated with the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in Malawi. In recent discussions, he was mentioned by local youths in Karonga as an example of leadership that previously brought significant development to the region, contrasting with the current government's performance.
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Jappie Mhango insisted government remained committed to lifting Malawians out of the country’s economic difficulties.
The productivity paradox: what Malawi’s parliament passed, and what it left behind - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-08-07
Leader of the House Jappie Mhango insisted her testimony was essential.
K128bn Amaryllis Hotel scandal probe ‘dead in the water’ as Parliament rises without report - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-08-07
Minister of Transport and Public Works Jappie Mhango has officiated the groundbreaking ceremony for the rehabilitation of the M1 Road.
Jappie breaks ground on M1 Road rehabilitation from Lilongwe to Blantyre - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-29
Leader of the House Jappie Mhango pressed for clarity on government spending related to the repatriation of Malawians.
Mkaka accuses Malawi Parliament of setting ‘dangerous precedent’ in Malondera row - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-28
Jappie Mhango, the Leader of the House, accused a fellow MP of inflating figures regarding repatriation costs.
Minister demands answers after MP’s ‘£24bn repatriation bill’ claim blows up in Parliament - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-28Minister of Transport and Public Works Jappie Mhango disclosed the plans in Parliament.
Govt seeks investors to replace ageing MV Ilala on Lake Malawi - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-18Jappie Mhango has commended National Bank of Malawi for providing a K100 billion loan facility to finance the reconstruction of the Golomoti–Monkey Bay Road.
Minister hails NBM Plc’s K100 billion Golomoti–Monkey Bay Road loan financing - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-16
Jappie Mhango scolded MPs for wasting precious parliamentary time on 'petty issues'.
Seating chart ‘coup’ rocks DPP as Chaponda makes way for Roza - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-14
Mhango responded by urging MPs to stop spending time on what he described as petty issues and instead focus on government business.
MP’s question over DPP seating sparks laughter in Malawi’s Parliament - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-13
Jappie Mhango echoed the minister’s call, stressing the importance of a strong showing in Glasgow and voicing confidence in the team’s prospects.
‘Bring us medals’— Gangata’s rallying cry to Team Malawi ahead of Glasgow - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-10
Jappie Mhango is the Leader of the House who insists that the report cannot be tabled until Zamba appears before the committee.
Amaryllis probe deadlock: Govt, PAC clash over Zamba’s appearance - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-10
Jappie Mhango is the Leader of the House who urged MPs to focus on important issues rather than squabbles.
‘Black Box’ row rears its head for second day running - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-09
Jappie Mhango has told Parliament that government has engaged 81 contractors to rehabilitate roads damaged by floods.
Malawi engages 81 contractors to repair flood-damaged roads, minister tells Parliament - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-08Transport Minister Jappie Mhango was spotted deep in conversation with the Leader of the Opposition.
Handshakes across the aisle: MPs trade tension for warmth on Parliament’s opening day - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-07
Leader of the House Jappie Mhango says the meeting has been carefully prepared, with several bills and emerging national issues lined up for debate.
As Parliament Reconvenes, Malawians Wait for More Than Speeches - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-07
Minister of Transport and Public Works, Jappie Mhango, reiterated the government’s commitment to the sector.
CIRA Calls for Strategic Reforms to Boost Construction Sector - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-03
Transport Minister Jappie Mhango dismissed HRDC as partisan and unworthy of government engagement.
Undule hits out at HRDC for pushing M1 Karonga–Chiweta turmoil - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-29
Jappie Mhango represented him during Martyrs Day commemorations.
The Delegation Debate: Is Mutharika Sidelining His Vice Presidents or Preparing the DPP for the Future? - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-19
Jappie Mhango represented the government during Martyrs Day commemorations.
VPs Sidelined as Mutharika Turns to Ministers for Key State Duties - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-05-31
Minister Jappie Mhango led the official commemorations on behalf of the President.
Martyrs’ Day Without the President: Mutharika on Private Trip as Nation Honours Fallen Heroes - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-03-03
Minister Jappie Mhango officially commissioned the newly constructed $22 million Lilongwe Bridge.
Minister Mhango Commissions $22 Million Lilongwe Bridge, Calls for Collective Care - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-12
Minister of Transport and Public Works, Jappie Mhango, inspected the Chimwaza–Nambuma Road project in Dowa District.
APM Ministers in Action: Driving Malawi’s Growth from Capital Hill to the World Stage - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-11
Jappie Mhango was one of the individuals arrested in 2020.
New Government, Same Script: Arrests, Headlines, No Justice - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-09
Chithyola engaged Leader of the House Jappie Mhango in a high-level meeting aimed at finding a lasting solution.
Chithyola draws red line: MCP MPs will only return when their safety is guaranteed - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-04
Minister of Transport and Public Works Jappie Mhango said the levy is being brought back because government has been failing to raise enough money to maintain roads.
Govt Brings Back Fuel Levy, Says Painful Tax Is Only Way to Save Malawi’s Roads - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-02Former Lands Minister Jappie Mhango was moved to Transport.
Beyond Gangata: Decoding the Cabinet Reshuffle’s Real Target — the Ministry of Lands - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-11
Jappie Mhango praised the legislators for their impressive participation and contributions during the August House session.
Tambuli vows massive development in Mangochi South Constituency - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-29
Lands Minister Jappie Mhango was overheard muttering an irritated admission of how piercing the Opposition’s blows felt.
How Chithyola Banda Watered Down Mwanamvekha’s ‘Taxing’ Mid-Year Budget - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-25
Jappie Mhango was arrested for alleged abuse of office and has been reinstated despite ongoing court proceedings.
Malawi’s new cabinet stokes fears of a return to impunity – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-11-21
Leader of the House Jappie Mhango congratulated the new commissioners and hailed the start of the 52nd Session as productive and focused.
Parliament Confirms New Parliamentary Service Commission Members for 2025–2030 Term: Fred Kalua Included - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-07
