Chakwera, Chihana Face off in Presidential Debate; Chimwendo, Limbe Disclose

The two leaders met the Presidential Debates Task Force which is chaired by Golden Matonga on Wednesday, 23 July 2025 in Lilongwe to discuss issues regarding the upcoming debates.

In his remarks, Chimwendo Banda expressed hope that President Dr Lazarus Chakwera will be part of the debates but he needed time to consult before giving a definite answer.

“I will be back on the President’s participation. He (the President) has attended the two debates in the past, and there is no reason not to attend the debates this year. I am very optimistic he will attend,” said Chimwendo Banda who is also Minister of Local Government Unity and Culture.

On her part Linda Limbe, principally agreed to participate in the debates but signaled that her boss has the final authority on the matter.

This year’s debates will likely focus on people’s view of the economy, hunger, corruption, Chikangawa Forest plane clash, Women and Youth employment as key issues. UDF and PP have already accepted to be part of the debate.

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