Lazarus Chakwera
MalawipoliticianMaleb. 19555.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Lazarus Chakwera is the President of Malawi, having assumed office in June 2020 after a hard-fought election. A former pastor and leader of the Malawi Congress Party, Chakwera campaigned on a platform of anti-corruption and governance reform, promising to eradicate the pervasive corruption that has plagued Malawi's political landscape. His administration has faced significant challenges in fulfilling these promises, particularly with allegations of continued corruption within local government bodies, such as the Lilongwe City Council.
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Captain Nthani revealed that his last experience flying the Dornier 228 was during official travel involving former President Lazarus Chakwera.
Chilima Crash ‘Could Not Be Stopped’ — Captain Nthani’s Shocking Testimony That Can Rewrite The Crash Narrative - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-24
Lazarus Chakwera, the former President, approved the Vice President's use of the aircraft for travel.
“This is your army, our army—help it”: MDF chiefs expose critical shortages at Chilima crash inquiry - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-24
President Lazarus Chakwera assigned Vice President Chilima to represent him at a funeral, which led to the tragic flight.
Inside the Lost Hours: Former Minister’s Testimony Deepens Chilima Crash Mystery - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-23Former president Lazarus Chakwera authorised the use of the Malawi Defence Force Dornier aircraft that later crashed.
Chakwera signed off Chilima’s fatal flight, Mkandawire testifies - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-23
Former president Lazarus Chakwera echoed similar concerns in 2020, lamenting that vice-presidents had been 'mistreated, underutilised and slandered' for more than two decades.
Ansah cast adrift as Malawi’s vice‑presidency slips deeper into constitutional limbo - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-22
Lazarus Chakwera was the president of Malawi who established a presidential commission of inquiry after the crash.
Malawi crash probe questions missing reports
South Africa· 2026-06-20
Charles Mhango revealed that the recommendations he eventually made were informed by the report of the Presidential Commission of Inquiry established by former President Lazarus Chakwera.
“BFU Report Is Wanting”: Justice Minister Questions Findings on Fatal Plane Crash - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-19
Lazarus Chakwera is the President of Malawi who was supposed to approve the flight request.
Revealed: Chilima’s aide complained of ‘too much turbulence’ in a message sent at 10:10 am, pilot also spoke of bad weather - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-19
Then-president Lazarus Chakwera assented to only two of the three Acts, conspicuously excluding the Courts (Amendment) Act, 2025.
Ranked third in Africa, yet justice fails manySouth Africa· 2026-06-19
Lazarus Chakwera is the President of Malawi who was not informed about the flight's authorization.
No Memo to Chakwera, Passenger List Cut and Weather Warning Unanswered: Sikwese Reveals New Details on Chilima’s Final Flight - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-19
Lazarus Chakwera is the President of Malawi who was involved in the travel arrangements.
No Memo, No Paper Trail: Explosive Testimony Raises Fresh Questions Over Chilima Flight Authorization - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-19Former Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera was seen in photographs with the accused couple, highlighting their connections to Malawi.
Malawian-Linked Couple, Relative Face Over 4,000 Fraud Charges in South Africa’s R26 Million Covid-19 Scandal - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-05-28
Lazarus Chakwera was part of a political alliance with Saulos Chilima in Malawi that eventually collapsed.
OPINION | From Senegal to Malawi: Why African Political Alliances Keep Collapsing After Winning Power - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-05-27
Lazarus Chakwera was the former president who granted Lin Yunhua a presidential pardon.
Questions Mount Over Alleged Secret Release and Deportation Plot for Convicted Wildlife Trafficker Lin Yunhua - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-05-27
Lazarus Chakwera is the leader of the Malawi Congress Party facing pressure to reform after a court ruling.
“Don’t Wait for 2029”: Dulani Tears Into MCP as Court Ruling Reignites Leadership Revolt - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-05-27
Lazarus Chakwera's greatest political service to the Malawi Congress Party may no longer be to lead it.
Chakwera’s final duty to MCP is to leave before the party mistakes loyalty for renewal - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-05-27Lazarus Chakwera is the former president who was mocked by Chisale during a public incident.
OPINION | Chisale’s bravado may take DPP down the rabbit hole, yet again - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-05-27
Lazarus Chakwera is the former President of Malawi, who has also been seen with Wicknell Chivayo on separate occasions.
Shadowy Tycoon in the Corridors of Power: Who Is Wicknell Chivayo and What Is He Doing in Malawi? - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-03-06
Critics say the fertiliser deal reflects questionable decisions made under the administration of former president Lazarus Chakwera.
Govt Unaware of East Bridge Guarantee as Malawi Faces K57 Billion Fertiliser Claim and Possible Asset Seizures Abroad - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-03-02
Lazarus Chakwera is increasingly viewed as a political burden rather than an anchor for the Malawi Congress Party.
ANALYSIS | From President to Liability: How MCP’s Defeat Sparked a Revolt Against Chakwera - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-18
Lazarus Chakwera is the President of Malawi referenced by Idriss Ali Nassah in the context of promoting individuals ill-prepared for their roles.
Public Questions Why Chisale Is Lawmaker and Presidential Guard at Once: Govt Says its Legal, Critics Say its Wrong - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-17
Chakwera is the incumbent party president of MCP, whose future intentions are uncertain.
Inside MCP’s Hidden Succession War: Why All Roads Lead Back to Eisenhower Mkaka - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-16
Nassah referenced President Lazarus Chakwera, suggesting that Malawi has previously made similar mistakes.
Activist Idriss Ali Nassah questions Chisale’s dual role as MP and presidential bodyguard: “Parliament should not have happened for Chisale.” - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-16Lazarus Chakwera has proven, beyond reasonable doubt, that he does not possess decisive leadership.
ANALYSIS | Chakwera’s Problem Is Not Politics — It Is Leadership - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-15
Gwengwe addressed a confidential memorandum to President Lazarus Chakwera regarding his resignation.
Revealed: How Gwengwe Resigned as Finance Minister in 2022 - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-05
Lazarus Chakwera is the president of the Malawi Congress Party and has been summoned by former ministers to address concerns about Simplex Chithyola Banda's leadership.
Former MCP Cabinet Ministers Summon Chakwera to Push for Removal of Chithyola as Leader of Opposition - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-05Dr. Lazarus Chakwera was predicted to be defeated in Malawi’s 2020 presidential election but won decisively.
UDP reacts to CepRASS opinion poll
Gambia· 2026-01-30
Chakwera conceded defeat in a televised address, calling the result a reflection of Malawians’ will for change.
Malawi Crowned Shining Model of Democracy in Africa - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-24
Lazarus Chakwera is the former president under whom Moses Kunkuyu served as Minister of Information and Digitalisation.
Parliament Slaps Police Over ‘Unlawful’ Arrest of Kunkuyu, Exposes Deepening Crisis of Lawlessness - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-20
Lazarus Chakwera is the current president of Malawi who defeated Mutharika in the 2020 elections.
DPP at War With Itself Over ‘Ayimanso Project’ as Credit Row Explodes - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-13
