Kabambe Promises a “Third Revolution” During Prayer with Blantyre Synod for a Progressive Malawi

The sacred halls of St. Michael and All Angels in Blantyre were filled with solemn prayers on Wednesday as the Blantyre Synod hosted a national intercessory service ahead of Malawi’s 2025 elections.

Among the dignitaries present was presidential hopeful Dr. Dalitso Kabambe, who honored a special invitation from the Synod to pray alongside religious leaders, politicians, and citizens.

Describing the moment as humbling, Dr. Kabambe emphasized that leadership is not about prestige or privilege but about selfless service and stewardship over the hopes of millions. He cautioned against leadership that results in unnecessary suffering due to neglect and greed.

Speaking on behalf of the voiceless, Kabambe said many Malawians live in avoidable poverty and pain—realities that must change. He urged citizens to cling to hope, insisting that the nation’s challenges are not insurmountable.

“The most powerful moment in a democracy is the one minute a voter spends alone in the booth,” he said. “The 2025 election will be a defining moment—do we love our country enough to choose a better path?”

He called for a break from the country’s troubled past and painted a vision of an inclusive Malawi—free from hunger, poverty, and tribalism. His message was one of unity and equal opportunity for all, regardless of background or region.

Kabambe reaffirmed that his presidential bid is not for personal gain. He criticized a leadership culture that enriches the few while the majority suffer. Instead, he pledged a “Third Revolution”—a bold era of transformation.

Citing his tenure as Governor of the Reserve Bank of Malawi, Kabambe promised to stabilize the kwacha, reduce inflation to 3%, make lending affordable, and restore forex availability—replicating the fiscal discipline he claims to have delivered in the past.

He also outlined a five-pillar development agenda, including:

Allocating a minimum of K100 billion to every district for local development

Injecting K500 billion each into agriculture, mining, tourism, and manufacturing

Creating jobs and opportunities that empower Malawians and reduce rural-urban migration

Ensuring 80% of the economy is owned by Malawians

Encouraging skilled Malawians abroad to return home and help build a better Malawi

Kabambe invoked the late President Bingu wa Mutharika’s call to “dream in colour,” saying a prosperous Malawi is not only possible but within reach.

In his closing remarks, he thanked the Blantyre Synod for the opportunity to reflect and reaffirm his commitment to faith-driven, inclusive nation-building.

“I remain committed to building a progressive, prosperous, and united Malawi—anchored on hope, action, and divine purpose,” Kabambe said.