Newly elected Malawi president Arthur Peter Mutharika. Image credit: BBC News.
(The Post News) – South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated Malawi’s President-elect, Professor Peter Mutharika, for winning the recent elections. Mutharika defeated incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera in the highly contested elections.
In a statement on Thursday, Ramaphosa said he wishes Mutharika success as he prepares to undertake the massive responsibility that Malawians have conferred on him.
“South Africa looks forward to continuing its close collaboration with Professor Mutharika’s administration, working in concert to strengthen the enduring bonds of friendship and solidarity between our two nations. This partnership is essential for the mutual benefit of our peoples and for the advancement of regional integration,” said Ramaphosa.
Ramaphosa also commended Malawians for their active and peaceful participation in the electoral process, which reaffirms their steadfast commitment to democratic principles, thereby setting a positive example for the region.
Ramaphosa has praised outgoing President Chakwera, saying during his tenure he contributed immensely to peace, development and prosperity in the SADC region since he served as the chair of SADC for the organ on politics, defence and security cooperation.
In the same spirit, President Ramaphosa expresses his profound appreciation to His Excellency President Lazarus Chakwera for his dedicated leadership. During his tenure, President Chakwera meaningfully strengthened bilateral cooperation between our countries and was a committed advocate for regional unity.
“South Africa eagerly anticipates working with the incoming Government and the people of Malawi to advance our shared aspirations for the wellbeing of our citizens and the broader African family,” said Ramaphosa.
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