With insights from civil society, youth leaders, media, and international observers, today’s engagement underscored one truth: collaboration is the backbone of credible elections. #ChisankhoWatch #MalawiElections2025

Finally, Anne Marlborough, Deputy Chief Observer of the EU Election Observation Mission, shares on the EU EOM’s structure and methodology, increasing clarity on how their observation supports credible elections. #ChisankhoWatch #MalawiElections2025

Next, Mwandida Theu of YAS shares on youth participation, highlighting how young people are advancing their role in the 2025 General Elections. #ChisankhoWatch #MalawiElections2025

To understand CSEIF’s activities around elections, the Civil Society Elections Integrity Forum shares insights on their work and how collaboration strengthens electoral credibility. #ChisankhoWatch #MalawiElections2025

Building on that, MISA Malawi is presenting on the iVerify platform, a fact-checking tool strengthening accurate reporting. #ChisankhoWatch #MalawiElections2025

Moses Kaufa of the Media Council of Malawi unpacks the Role of Media in Election Observation, reinforcing how informed coverage builds public trust. #ChisankhoWatch #MalawiElections2025

To understand how an Election Situation Room (ESR) contributes to credible elections, NICE takes us through ‘From Data to Action’ building civil society capacity to turn observation data into impact. #ChisankhoWatch #MalawiElections2025

Live from Lifestyle Hotel, Lilongwe, Chisankho Watch brings together civil society & media to strengthen our collective voice ahead of #MalawiElections2025. Theme: Civil Society & Media Engagement – A Key to Successful Election Observation 🗳️

#MalawiElections #ChisankhoWatch.#MalawiElections #ChisankhoWatch.#DemocracyWatch #MalawiVotes.

Full report:

Some cracks; nothing broken. Chisankho Watch’s latest report (14–27 July) shows:. 1️⃣ Voter education remains high.2️⃣ Police presence at rallies declined.3️⃣ Media freedom & state resource misuse raise concerns.4️⃣ Isolated cases of intimidation & handouts

Following a successful two-day strategic reflection meeting, Chisankho Watch concluded it's planning and review meeting ahead of the September 2025 elections. Key discussions focused on crafting actionable work plans for impactful outcomes. #ChisankhoWatch.#CFLI

20 presidential candidates have presented nomination papers to MEC. ✅ 3 are women.✅ 5 female running mates.❌ 2 candidates withdrew. Chisankho Watch is tracking key milestones ahead of #MalawiDecides2025. #ElectionsMW #ChisankhoWatch

The session focused on PRVT methodology, observer recruitment criteria, and prepping for the deployment of 800 observers on election day. #ChisankhoWatch #MalawiElections2025 🗳️

On Friday, 1st August 2025, Chisankho Watch conducted a one-day training for District Coordinators across the North, Central, South, and Eastern regions.

At Chisankho Watch, we believe that peaceful elections start with respectful campaigns, both online and offline. Let’s commit to peaceful participation. Tag a friend and let’s spread the message. #ChisankhoWatch #PeacefulElectionsMW #RespectfulCampaigns #MalawiVotes2025

We envision a Malawi where every vote counts and every election is credible, inclusive & transparent. 🗳.Follow @chisanrhowatch & join us in safeguarding democracy. #ChisankhoWatch #MalawiVotes #ElectionsMW #Democracy

Call to all stakeholders:.Political parties – Respect campaign laws.MEC & MPUC – Act on violations.CSOs – Expand voter education.Public – Report misconduct.Only together can we secure peaceful, credible elections. #ChisankhoWatch #Elections2025.

67 Long-Term Observers deployed in all 28 districts & 229 constituencies. They’re tracking early signs of violence, hate speech, and campaign violations. Reports shared bi-monthly. #ChisankhoWatch #ElectionObservation.

Despite campaign laws, 67% of observers reported premature campaign activities by MCP, 66% by DPP, and 59% by UTM. Other parties & independents were also active pre-July 14. #CampaignWatch #ChisankhoWatch.