Peter Mutharika

Peter Mutharika

politician Malawi

Peter Mutharika is a Malawian politician and lawyer who served as the President of Malawi from 2014 to 2020. He is a member of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and has been a significant figure in Malawian politics, often facing criticism from opposition parties. His name has recently surfaced in discussions regarding an alleged 'Age Bill' aimed at hindering his potential candidacy in future elections.

Born on Jul 18, 1940 (85 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
20 wks
Reach
4,079,484
Power
5,815$
Sentiment
5.04
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Malawi 14 4.86 6.14% +200% 19,129,952 3,523,939 $7,700 1,418$
South Africa 2 4.00 0.88% +0% 59,308,690 522,544 $350,000 3,084$
United Kingdom 1 6.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 33,002 $2,700,000 1,313$
Totals 17 146,324,653 4,079,485 $3,057,700 5,815$
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Recent Mentions

Malawi Malawi: President Peter Mutharika is still using his personal vehicle in the official presidential motorcade, raising serious legal, security and accountability concerns. 4

Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication: State at Risk? APM Defies Law, Security Warnings with Personal Car in Presidential Motorcade - Malawi Nyasa Times

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Mutharika, who first served as president between 2014 and 2020, campaigned on a pledge of a 'return to proven leadership' - which resonated with Malawian voters. 6

BBC: Malawi police investigate theft of four German Shepherds from Kamuzu Palace

Malawi Malawi: The Peter Mutharika administration has deployed several high-earning chief executive officers from state agencies to public universities. 2

Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication: EDITORIAL | Two CEOs, Double the Cost: Austerity or Hypocrisy? - Malawi Nyasa Times

Malawi Malawi: Peter Mutharika is serving what is widely understood as his final term at the helm of the Democratic Progressive Party. 5

Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication: Analysis: MCP’s Future Demands a Fresh Start - Malawi Nyasa Times

Malawi Malawi: President Peter Mutharika has asked the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to give Malawi urgent financial support as the country faces serious economic problems. 6

Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication: Mutharika Appeals to IMF for Urgent Help as Economy Worsens - Malawi Nyasa Times