Michael Usi was named vice president of Malawi on Thursday by President Lazarus Chakwera, following the death of the previous vice president in an aircraft crash last week.
On June 10, a military plane carrying former vice president Saulos Chilima and nine other people perished in a forest crash.
For the presidential election of the following year, Chilima was predicted to run against Chakwera.
According to a statement from the government, Usi will take office on Friday.
This is in accordance with Section 84 of the Republic of Malawi’s Constitution, according to a statement from the Secretary to the President and Cabinet. He will take the oath of office on Friday, June 21, 2024, in the Parliament Building at 15.00 hours.
He was a close ally of Chilima, having been his running mate when he held the position of minister of natural resources and climate change.
Dr. Michael Usi: Who is he?
Dr. Michael Usi qualifications:
1. *PhD for Development in Theater* PhD from University of Malawi (UNIMA)
2. *Master of Theater Arts* degree from University of Malawi (UNIMA)
3. *Theatre Arts bachelor’s degree* from University of Malawi (UNIMA)
4. University of Malawi (UNIMA) *Diploma in Music*
Additionally, he has participated in numerous workshops and training courses in subjects like:
1. *Governance and Leadership*
2. *Advocacy and Human Rights*
3. *Development and Project Management*
4. *Performance and Theatre*
Additionally, Dr. Usi has held a number other positions, such as:
1. *University of Malawi* lecturer (UNIMA)
2. *The Malawi National Theatre Association’s* director (MANTA)
3. *Malawi Writers Union Chairperson*
4. The Malawi Council of Churches (MCC) member
