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About the Commission
The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) is an independent constitutional body established under Section 75(1) of the Constitution of Malawi and further governed by the Malawi Electoral Commission Act (Cap. 2:03). The Act provides for the composition, functions, and operational framework of the Commission. Read More
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7,203,390
Registered Voters
5009
Registration Centres
509
Wards
229
Constituencies
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Malawi Hosts IEC Lesotho on Learning Visit on Electoral Technology and Logistics
LILONGWE, Malawi — The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) hosted a high-level delegation from the Independent Electoral Commission of Lesotho (IEC Lesotho) on a two-day study tour aimed at strengthening electoral systems through shared experience and regional cooperation. The visit, held from 30 to 31 March 2026 in Lilongwe, focused on Information and Communication Technology (ICT),…
April 1, 2026
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Malawi Holds Peaceful By-Elections, Declares Results
The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has successfully conducted by-elections in four constituencies and nine wards, marking the first such electoral exercise following the country’s General Election held in September 2025. Polling took place on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, with voting proceeding across all designated polling stations despite rainfall reported in several parts of the country….
March 20, 2026
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MEC Joins Global Community in Commemorating International Anti-Corruption Day
The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has joined the Government, citizens, and the international community in commemorating International Anti-Corruption Day, observed annually on 9 December. This year’s commemoration is being held under the “Promoting Human Dignity in the Fight Against Corruption.” In its statement, the Commission emphasised that the theme strongly resonates with its constitutional mandate…
December 10, 2025
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