Osman elected as mayor for Blantyre City Council.

By Michael Martin//MALAWI

The Blantyre City Council on Friday 14th November 2025 held a full council meeting that culminated in the election of Bangwe Ntopwa Ward Councillor Isaac Jomo Osman as the new Mayor of Blantyre City.

The session, held at the council chambers, attracted councillors, senior council officials, political party representatives and members of the media who gathered to witness the transition of city leadership.

Osman secured the mayoral seat after amassing 15 votes out of the 30 ballots cast by eligible councillors.

The atmosphere in the chamber was tense but orderly as councillors took turns to vote with observers carefully monitoring the process to ensure transparency and fairness.

In his acceptance remarks, he expressed gratitude to the councillors for trusting him with the responsibility of steering the affairs of country’s commercial capital.

He stressed the need for unity, urging councillors from all political affiliations to work together for the city’s development.

Osman outlined several priority areas he intends to focus on, including improving waste management, enhancing security in markets and residential areas, upgrading road networks and strengthening community engagement through ward level consultations.

He further pledged to bring renewed energy to the council’s service delivery systems, saying Blantyre residents deserve a city administration that listens and delivers.

The elections also saw Limbe – Chiwembe Ward Councillor Gerald Lipikwe of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) elected as Deputy Mayor.

Lipikwe emerged second in the mayoral race and seamlessly transitioned into the deputy role following additional voting among councillors.

His election was widely welcomed with many describing him as a dedicated community leader.

In his speech, Lipikwe vowed to support the Mayor in ensuring that Blantyre City regains its status as a clean and vibrant economic hub.

He emphasized the importance of collaborative leadership, promising to work hand in hand with councillors, council technocrats and residents.

Lipikwe highlighted infrastructure rehabilitation, by-law enforcement and youth empowerment as key areas he hopes to influence during his term.