The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has cautioned political parties, candidates, and the general public against using social media platforms to submit election-related grievances, emphasizing that such channels are not recognized for official complaints.
Speaking during a press briefing this afternoon, MEC Chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja clarified that complaints posted on platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, or other social media will not be considered.
She urged the public to use official complaint forms and submit them through presiding officers at tally centres or the designated officer at the national tally centre. “All complaints must be detailed, specific, and supported by evidence to be considered.”
Mtalimanja warned that hearsay or unverified claims will not be entertain