DPP GEARS UP FOR JULY CONVENTION AND EMPHASIZES INCLUSIVITY IN DEDZA MEETING

The DPP party's executive committee has announced its major convention scheduled for the month of July this year.

Clement Mwale, the party's spokesperson, revealed this today during a party meeting in Dedza, emphasizing their commitment to reaching out to all interested candidates for various positions.

Mwale also stated that the DPP party is open to collaboration with other political parties and believes they can secure more than the required 50%+1 votes for a successful election outcome.


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