Independent presidential candidate Adil James Chilungo says he is “angry enough” to end the suffering of Malawians caused by poverty, hunger, and unfair loan systems, as he enters the race for the country’s highest office in the September general election.
Speaking after collecting his nomination papers and paying the MK10 million presidential nomination fee to the Malawi Electoral Commission, Chilungo said his anger is not just personal—it is fuel for real change. He said his campaign will focus on fighting what he calls Malawi’s “three main enemies”: man-made hunger, crippling interest rates, and unequal sharing of national resources.
“If all Malawians can get angry enough like me, we will solve the problems we are facing,” said Chilungo. “No one should suffer in a country that is rich with fertile land, fresh water, and minerals. The hunger in Malawi is man-made and must be ended.”
He proposed large-scale irrigation farming and increased use of organic and affordable fertilizers to boost food production. He emphasized that hunger persists because a few people are mismanaging resources that belong to everyone.
On poverty and economic growth, Chilungo outlined plans to introduce a system of non-interest banking and offer interest-free loans to entrepreneurs across all sectors, saying current high-interest rates are killing innovation and worsening poverty.
“It’s only the lenders who benefit from these outrageous interest rates. Our people have business ideas but can’t implement them because they can’t afford the loans,” he said.
Chilungo also promised a fair and transparent use of public funds, especially Malawi Government’s Account Number One, ensuring that every citizen benefits.
“Those who pay taxes must benefit. No one should be left behind. Malawi is for all of us,” he said, adding that his government would safeguard public funds for the benefit of every citizen.
Chilungo brings strong academic and professional credentials to his campaign. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Economics, and Islamic Studies from the International Islamic University of Malaysia and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Malaya.
His professional experience includes roles as Operations Manager at the UNDP, lecturer at the Malawi College of Accountancy and Malawi School of Government, and Finance and Administration Manager at the National Local Governance Finance Committee. He currently runs an ICT and development consultancy and manufactures Glowbest, a fish-based organic liquid fertilizer.
He is also chairman of the Takaaful Cooperative Society and African Muslim Schools Association, and a former chairperson of the Council for Non-Governmental Organizations in Malawi (CONGOMA).
As the September polls approach, Chilungo’s message is clear: Malawi needs urgent, passionate leadership to end preventable suffering and unlock the country’s full potential.
