Dowa, Malawi — In a passionate address delivered to local chiefs and residents of Dowa, Malawi’s Deputy Minister of Homeland Security, Ezekiel Ching’oma, issued a heartfelt plea for voters to remain vigilant and united as the country prepares for the 2025 general elections.
Speaking during a heavily packed rally, Ching’oma urged traditional leaders to take an active role in ensuring that every citizen guards their vote and avoids being misled or manipulated in the election process. His comments reflect growing concerns within the government over voter awareness and the potential for electoral misinformation in the months ahead.
“I respectfully ask you, our traditional leaders,” said Ching’oma, “out of the 1.4 million people who registered to vote in Lilongwe, let us ensure that at least 1.3 million of them cast their votes for President Lazarus Chakwera.”
His remarks were met with applause from the crowd, and his message struck a tone of unity, urging communities to rally behind the current leadership for the sake of national continuity and development.
Ching’oma went on to draw a powerful analogy, likening President Chakwera’s leadership to the construction of a strong and enduring house. “President Chakwera is like someone building a solid home,” he said. “And he is getting the job done.”
The statement underscored the administration’s narrative that meaningful development takes time, consistency, and collective support. Ching’oma’s comments also seemed to position the 2025 elections as a moment of national decision—whether to continue the current path of governance or risk halting the momentum.
The deputy minister’s message was both strategic and symbolic. By directing his words to local chiefs—figures of influence and authority in Malawi’s rural governance—he emphasized the crucial role that traditional leaders play in shaping political awareness and civic responsibility at the grassroots level.
The appeal to “guard the vote” carries particular weight in Malawi’s political context, where election integrity and transparency have often come under intense scrutiny. Ching’oma’s warning appears to be a preventative call to action, urging communities to reject electoral apathy and resist any attempts at voter manipulation or division.
Ching’oma’s remarks form part of a broader campaign narrative that portrays President Chakwera as a steady hand in uncertain times—a builder of national stability and progress. By evoking imagery of a well-constructed house, the minister painted a picture of a leader who is laying a strong foundation for future generations.
As Malawi inches closer to a pivotal election season, speeches like Ching’oma’s are likely to become more frequent, reflecting both the high political stakes and the administration’s determination to consolidate support across the country.
