We are beginning to learn more about Malawi’s first female president, Joyce Banda, who assumed the presidency on April 7 after the death of president Bingi wa Mutharika.
Joyce Banda has become Malawi’s first woman president after the death of President Bingu wa Mutharika.” src=”https://africaagenda.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Joyce-Banda.jpg” alt=”” width=”160″ height=”90″>[/media-credit] President Joyce Banda
Banda was vice president and the natural successor to the president according to Malawi’s constitution but frequent wrangling with Mutharika fueled speculation that she would be blocked from taking over. Despite disagreements and speculations of a succession struggle, the new president is optimistic that Malawians will place their trust in her leadership going forward.
George Bamu, founder of Denver-based nonprofit Africa Agenda, writes about African News. He can be reached by email: Office at AfricaAgenda dot org
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