Patrick Thawale
Msgr. Dr. Patrick Thawale is the Chairperson of the Public Affairs Committee (PAC) in Malawi, known for his advocacy on governance and public integrity. He has been vocal about the government's handling of corruption cases, urging President Lazarus Chakwera to fulfill his anti-corruption promises. Thawale's recent comments reflect growing public frustration over corruption's impact on trust in leadership, emphasizing the need for decisive action against graft.
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Recent news mentions
Monsignor Patrick Thawale cautioned that elections are not won by campaign gatherings alone.
Turmoil in Malawi as both presidential candidates claim election victory – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-09-22
PAC Chair Patrick Thawale applauded Chakwera for 'excellent work' and quality infrastructure developments in the city of Lilongwe.
Chakwera commissions Chilima Highway, Transforms Lilongwe city - Malawi Nyasa Times
Malawi· 2025-09-13
PAC Chairperson Monsignor Patrick Thawale urged all presidential hopefuls to commit to the Peace Declaration.
Chakwera Leads Rivals in Smiles and Handshakes at Peace Prayers — But Usi and Mutharika Nowhere to Be Seen - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-09-08
PAC Chair Patrick Thawale applauded Chakwera for 'excellent work' and quality infrastructure developments in the city of Lilongwe.
Buoyant Chakwera takes re-election campaign to Lilongwe City - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-08-24
Monsignor Patrick Thawale continues to chair a committee that has long overstayed its legal welcome.
EXPOSED: Three Years Now and Counting — PAC Still Operating Illegally as Executive Members’ Mandate Expired in 2022 - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-03
Monsignor Patrick Thawale is the Chairperson of the Public Affairs Committee (PAC) who criticized the police and army for their inaction during violent protests.
PAC Slams Police and Army Over Silence on Panga-Wielding Thugs: “Barbaric, Shameful, Unconstitutional” - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-06-26
Monsignor Patrick Thawale has been leading PAC's executive, which has been operating illegally for two years.
The Gospel According to PAC: Do As We Say, Not As We Do - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-05-21PAC Chairperson Msgr. Dr. Patrick Thawale warned that corruption is eroding public trust and weakening the presidency.
ACB targets Lilongwe City Council in Plot Allocation Scandal - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-02-24
