Speaker Suleman takes charge of 1st Parliament Meeting in 52nd Session

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi Parliament has commenced the First Meeting in the 52nd Session of Parliament, which serves as the 2025/2026 Mid-Year Budget Review Meeting.

The Meeting follows the official opening of the 52nd Session by President Arthur Peter Mutharika on Friday, 31st October 2025, at the Parliament Building in Lilongwe.

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Speaker of Parliament, Right Honourable Sameer Suleman, informed the House that the Meeting will run for five weeks, from 5th November to 5th December 2025.

During his address, the Speaker also announced the leadership of the House as submitted by various political parties.

For the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), the leadership comprises Jappie Mhango as Leader of the House, Patricia Wiskes as Chief Whip, and Martha Ngwira Munthali as Deputy Whip.

For the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), Simplex Chithyola Banda will serve as Leader of Opposition, with Moses Kunkuyu as Whip and Monica Chang’anamuno as Deputy Whip.

From the United Transformation Movement (UTM), the team includes Dr. Patricia Kaliati as Leader of UTM in the House, Edgar Kapalamula as Deputy Leader of UTM in the House, Felix Njawala as Whip, and Kenneth Ndovie as Deputy Whip.

The United Democratic Front (UDF) has Hon. Aisha Mambo Adams as Leader of UDF in the House, Ismail Rizzq Mkumba as Whip, and Tulinje Muluzi as Deputy Whip.

On the leader of opposition, Speaker Suleman further announced that, in accordance with Standing Order 35, Hon. Simplex Chithyola Banda for Kasungu South, is officially recognised as Leader of the Opposition.

Presenting resolutions of the Business Committee, the Speaker outlined the parliamentary programme for the five-week Meeting.

Debate on the President’s Address will take place from 5th to 14th November 2025.

He encouraged new Members to use this period to deliver their maiden speeches.

The Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development is scheduled to deliver the 2025/2026 Mid-Year Budget Review Statement on Friday, 21st November, followed by debate from 24th to 28th November 2025.

The House will then proceed to the Committee of Supply from 1st to 3rd December, to scrutinize and adopt revised budget estimates before adjournment sine die on 5th December, 2025.

Meanwhile, Members of Parliament have started debating the Presidential address that President Peter Mutharika made on Friday.

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Speaker Suleman urges legislators to show commitment in parliamentary committees

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Speaker of Parliament Sameer Gaffar Suleman, has called on Members of Parliament (MPs) to work diligently in parliamentary committees, emphasizing that these committees are the engine rooms of Parliament.

Suleman made the call during the opening of a two-day orientation for MPs on parliamentary committees in Lilongwe.

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The Speaker stressed that committees play a crucial role in transforming Parliament into a functioning system of checks and balances.

“We are here to work, and work begins in the committees. Expect that I will expect you to work. I will need regular reports from the committees, I will ask for programmes because I will rely on these committees to work effectively,” Suleman said.

He emphasized the importance of MPs questioning, probing, and demanding accountability on behalf of the people who elected them.

The orientation aims to introduce MPs to best practices on gender-responsive budgeting and budget analysis, crucial for committee work.

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Representative Chika-Charles Aniekwe noted that the orientation is timely, as it will equip MPs with the necessary skills to effectively carry out their committee duties.

MPs are expected to resume sitting on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., following the opening of the First Meeting in the 52nd Session of Parliament by President Arthur Peter Mutharika last week.

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Suleman sworn in as Speaker of Malalwi Parliament

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Sameer Suleman, the newly elected Speaker of the Malawi Parliament, has officially taken the oath of office, marking a significant milestone in his leadership journey.

With 184 votes in his favor, Suleman’s election was a decisive win, showcasing his broad support among lawmakers.

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During the swearing-in ceremony, Suleman pledged to uphold the Constitution and discharge his duties impartially.

In a solemn conclusion to the oath, he invoked divine guidance, saying, “So help me Allah.” This moment solidified his commitment to leading the legislative body with integrity and fairness.

Suleman’s ascension to the Speaker’s seat comes with high expectations.

As a vocal advocate for accountability and good governance, he is poised to bring about a new era of leadership in Malawi’s Parliament.

His vision for the institution emphasizes protecting minority voices, promoting decorum, and reinforcing parliamentary credibility.

With his track record as a reform-minded legislator, Suleman’s tenure as Speaker will likely be closely watched.

His ability to balance firmness with fairness and maintain order while respecting diverse opinions will be crucial to his success.

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