Former President Bakili Muluzi has stepped into Malawi’s post-election scene, urging incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera to accept the outcome of the September 2025 elections. *Scenario Analysis: Possible Impacts of Muluzi’s Intervention*In the smooth transition scenario, Chakwera heeds Muluzi’s advice, formally concedes defeat, and calls Mutharika to extend best wishes. This gesture would likely defuse tensions, reassure the public, and consolidate confidence in Malawi’s democratic institutions. In the moderate tension scenario, Chakwera delays or only partially concedes, creating uncertainty among supporters. *Regional and International Angle: How SADC, AU, and Donor Partners Might React*Regional bodies like the Southern African Development Community (SADC) are closely monitoring Malawi’s post-election situation.