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Malawi opposition demands answers over president's prolonged stay abroad

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Malawi's opposition party has publicly demanded answers regarding President Peter Mutharika's extended absence from the country, noting he has visited South Africa five times this year. This demand highlights growing political tension over the president's prolonged stay abroad, which has been a recurring issue since at least 2024.

Key points

• President Peter Mutharika has visited South Africa five times during the current year.
• The Malawi opposition party has demanded answers regarding the president's prolonged absence from the country.

Context

President Mutharika's frequent international travel, particularly to South Africa, has been a persistent topic of political discussion in Malawi since at least 2024, prompting calls for accountability from opposition leaders.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single sentence stating the number of visits; specific dates of the five visits are not provided, nor are details about the opposition's demands or the nature of the political tension.

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