Merlyne Yolamu
MalawipoliticianFemale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Dr. Merlyne Yolamu is the Inspector General of the Malawi Police Service, known for her leadership role in law enforcement in Malawi. Recently, she has come under scrutiny for failing to act on promises made to address politically motivated violence, leading to widespread criticism of the police's perceived complicity in political matters and undermining of democratic accountability.
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Merlyne Yolamu was the Inspector General of the Malawi Police Service who attended the high-level briefing.
Mistrust, tea and missing phones: Inside the ex-spy chief’s bombshell Chilima crash testimony - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-31
Merlyne Yolamu was the Inspector General of Police who informed Mary Chilima about the crash.
“We Were Left Alone”: Widows of Chikangawa Plane Crash Victims Recount Pain, Silence and Unanswered Questions Before Parliament - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-30
Luhanga, who replaced Merlyne Yolamu last week after his appointment by President Peter Mutharika.
Luhanga’s Roadblock Pledge: Reform or Routine Rhetoric? - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-10-15
Merlyne Yolamu confirmed the arrest of data-entry clerks for allegedly manipulating election results.
Turmoil in Malawi as both presidential candidates claim election victory – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-09-22
Inspector General Merlyne Yolamu reported the arrests of eight people for alleged electoral fraud.
Eight arrested for alleged electoral fraud
United Kingdom· 2025-09-20
Inspector General of Police, Merlyne Yolamu, said the taskforce has been designed to ensure swift responses to incidents and crimes.
Security Agencies Step Up Readiness Ahead of Elections - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-09-15
The Inspector General of Police, Mrs. Merlyne Yolamu, who has failed in her duty to protect the citizens of this country.
OPINION | Chakwera must fire all cabinet ministers responsible for political violence or resign immediately - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-09
Merlyne Yolamu was criticized by Daniel Dube for allegedly allowing political interference in police operations.
DPP Reports MCP to Donor Community Over Electoral Violence - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-28
Merlyne Yolamu is the Inspector General of Police accused of incompetence and compromised impartiality.
Law Society Tells Chakwera: Sack Yolamu and Ching’oma Now Over Protest Violence - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-27
Inspector General Merlyne Yolamu must be fired—immediately.
Enough is Enough, Mr. President: Fire Yolamu and Ching’oma Now - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-27Inspector General Merlyne Yolamu pledged accountability for political violence but has faced criticism for inaction.
Top MCP Officials Accused of Implicating Vitumbiko Mumba in Mzuzu Demos — Press Briefing Set for Today - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-19
Inspector General Dr. Merlyne Yolamu stood tall and promised Malawians that arrests were imminent following investigations into a string of political violence cases.
EDITORIAL: Malawi Police Are Now a Threat to Democracy; Enough Is Enough—Make the Arrests or Step Aside - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-18