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Northern Bloc Snub Strengthens UTM's Mzumara

UTM Member of Parliament for Mzimba North, Catherine Mzumara, has criticized the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) for acting in a manner she described as

“sad”
and lacking inclusivity.

The DPP reneged on an earlier agreement with the Northern bloc, a coalition of parties from Malawi’s northern region, to support the DPP candidate for Speaker of the House in exchange for backing from the DPP for their chosen candidate for the first deputy speaker.

Responding to the development, Mzumara said the setback has only

strengthened her resolve
.

Author's summary: UTM's Mzumara criticizes DPP for breaking agreement.

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Malawi 24 Malawi 24 — 2025-10-28

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