Victor Musowa, a Member of Parliament for Mulanje Bale under the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), has been elected as the First Deputy Speaker of Malawi's National Assembly.
Musowa secured a commanding lead in the election, garnering a total of 134 votes. His opponents, Emmanuel Chambulanyina Jere of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and Catherine Mzumala of the United Transformation Movement (UTM), received 60 and 24 votes, respectively.
Musowa's victory reflects strong support from MPs and positions him as a key figure in the leadership of the National Assembly. Observers note that the results highlight the DPP's influence in Parliament and the confidence placed in Musowa to assist in maintaining order and facilitating legislative processes.
The results highlight the DPP's influence in Parliament and the confidence placed in Musowa.
Author's summary: Victor Musowa is elected First Deputy Speaker.