UTM Party has welcomed former United Democratic Front (UDF) Vice President for the South, Lance Mbewe, into its fold.

Mbewe’s determination to affix UTM is seen as a major increase to the occasion’s rebranding efforts.

Mbewe, who made a partial look at a rally in Magomero, Chiradzulu, stated he determined to affix UTM in honor of his late pal and brother, Saulos Klaus Chilima.

“Let me say as a true son of Chiradzulu, I have really decided to join UTM here and to show solidarity to one of my brothers, Willet Karonga, who has been elected as secretary general of the party,” Mbewe stated.

When requested why he joined UTM now, after the occasion’s elective convention, Mbewe stated his curiosity is to help the occasion in amassing the required votes at any place the occasion will assign.

“I am here to support the party, and I am ready to take up any role that the party will give me,” he stated.

Speaking on behalf of the occasion, Kalonga stated that regardless of unveiling Mbewe on the rally, the occasion will put together an applicable platform the place President Dr. Dalitso Kabambe will welcome him and your entire National Executive.

Kalonga assured those that the occasion is in a rebuilding train, welcoming new members and establishing new buildings from the grassroots to vary the outdated narrative that some folks labeled as an city occasion.

Mbewe’s addition to UTM is seen as a major acquire for the occasion, given his expertise and affect within the southern area.

His father, late Patrick Mbewe, held completely different cupboard ministerial positions in Bakili Muluzi’s authorities.

Malawi is gearing up for normal elections subsequent 12 months, scheduled to happen on September 16, 2025.