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Malawi president prolonged absence and opposition crisis 2026
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FIRST ENTRY OCT 23
OCT 23 · Day 1
Malawi opposition demands answers over president's prolonged stay abroad
Officials dismissed reports on social media that Mutharika had travelled from South Africa to India for medical treatment earlier this month.
Malawi faces a severe shortage of foreign currency, which has disrupted fuel imports and contributed to rising transport costs.
When asked about the purpose of the visit, Namalomba said a private trip is private.