Career
- President of Malawi (2014 to 2020)
- Minister of Defence (2014 to 2020)
- Minister of Foreign Affairs (2011 to 2012)
- President of Malawi (2025 to present)
Facts compiled from Wikidata (CC0), a reference source, retrieved 2026-10-23. The office record above comes from the official source cited below.
Predecessor: Lazarus Chakwera (from Wikidata)
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Head of state of Malawi?
Arthur Peter Mutharika is the Head of state of Malawi, in office since 4 Oct 2025.
Who was the Head of state of Malawi before Arthur Peter Mutharika?
Lazarus Chakwera held the office before Arthur Peter Mutharika.
When was Arthur Peter Mutharika born?
Arthur Peter Mutharika was born in 1940-07-18, in Zomba, according to Wikidata.
Where did Arthur Peter Mutharika study?
Arthur Peter Mutharika studied at University of London, Yale Law School, Dedza Secondary School, according to Wikidata.
Which party does Arthur Peter Mutharika belong to?
Arthur Peter Mutharika is listed as a member of Democratic Progressive Party on Wikidata.
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PollsAfrica (2026). Head of state, Malawi. Retrieved 26 Oct 2026 from https://pollsafrica.com/countries/malawi/head-of-state