Former Malawian President Joyce Banda, who is also the founder of the People’s Party, on 29 April 2026 held a strategic meeting with the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) at her new residence in Area 12, Lilongwe.
The meeting focused on reassessing the party’s direction and developing strategies aimed at strengthening and revitalizing the party to ensure it remains vibrant and competitive in the country’s political landscape.
Among the notable attendees were:
- Hon. Ephraim Chibvunde, Vice President for the Southern Region
- Hon. Duncan Kaonga, Vice President for the Northern Region
- Hon. Lawrence Bisika, Vice President for the Eastern Region
- Hon. Peter Kamange, Vice President for the Central Region
Also present at the meeting were key senior party officials, including:
- Hon. Ben Chakhame, Secretary General
- Hon. Jackson Kalaile Banda, Party Spokesperson
- Hon. Beatrice Mwale, National Director of Women
The gathering highlighted the party leadership’s commitment to unity, internal reorganization, and forward-looking strategies as they prepare for future political engagements.