Vera Kamtukule loses in primary elections

By Jones GadamaIn a shocking turn of events, Minister of Tourism Vera Kamtukule has become the first minister in President Chakwera’s cabinet to lose in the primary elections.Kamtukule was defeated by Juliana Kaduya, the former Mayor of Lilongwe City.The primary elections saw Kaduya emerge victorious, garnering significant support from party members.

Kamtukule’s loss marks a significant upset, given her position as Minister of Tourism.Kamtukule’s decision to leave the United Transformation Movement (UTM) and join the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) after the death of Saulos Chilima may have contributed to her loss.This loss serves as a wake-up call for the MCP and President Chakwera’s administration.



It highlights the importance of grassroots support and the need for party leaders to maintain strong connections with their constituents.Kamtukule’s defeat may have implications for the MCP’s chances in September elections.The party will need to regroup and reassess its strategy to maintain support from voters.

The loss also raises questions about the party’s candidate selection process and its ability to retain key figures.MCP leaders will need to reflect on their approach to candidate selection and campaign strategy.Vera Kamtukule’s loss in the primary elections is a significant development in MCP.

The MCP will need to adapt to this new reality and work to maintain its support base.The party’s ability to respond to this challenge will be crucial in determining its future success.As the political landscape continues to evolve, one thing is certain – the MCP will need to be more strategic in its approach to candidate selection and campaign strategy.

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