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Malawian President Acknowledges Defeat in Elections Before Official Results

Malawian President Acknowledges Defeat in Elections Before Official Results

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Malawian President Acknowledges Defeat in Elections Before Official Results"Lazarus Chakwera publicly announced his defeat in the presidential elections a few... 24.09.2025, Sputnik Africa

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Malawian President Acknowledges Defeat in Elections Before Official Results"Lazarus Chakwera publicly announced his defeat in the presidential elections a few hours before the Malawi Electoral Commission released the official results," reports Malawi24.Following this announcement, DPP supporters erupted in joy at the BICC National Tally Center, celebrating a victory they believe has been secured. (see video)In a public statement, the President congratulated his opponent, Peter Mutharika (DPP), on his "great victory" and called for a smooth transition.A gesture of conciliation that contrasts with a term marked by the tragedy of Cyclone Freddy (499 deaths) and criticism of his handling of the disaster.Video from social mediaSubscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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