Daliso Chaponda, a UK-based Malawian comedian and son of prominent politician George Chaponda, shared on the Face2Face Podcast that he does not watch Malawian comedies, believing that originality is crucial for his craft.

As a finalist on Britain’s Got Talent 2017, he has garnered a massive international following.

Chaponda emphasized the therapeutic value of laughter, stating, “Laughter is the mental health therapy.” This belief drives his willingness to joke about sensitive issues, including politics.

He noted that followers of religious figures often take jokes more seriously than those of politicians, illustrating that humor can be like walking a tightrope where every step matters.

For instance, during a recent event in Zimbabwe, Chaponda faced backlash from the followers of prophet Eubert Angel after making jokes about him.

In contrast, his humor about Malawi’s prophet Shepherd Bushiri received mixed reactions, highlighting the varied sensitivities among different audiences, some laugh while others take offense.

Notably, former President Lazarus Chakwera welcomed Chaponda to the statehouse after a joke about nepotism, recognizing that part of a comedian’s role is to provide humor, even in weighty subjects.

His comedic style is like a free-spirited traveler, exploring every corner of humor without fear of getting lost, he mentioned that he once made jokes about Jesus, and even his family can be the butt of his humor.

While he admired comedians like Eddie Murphy in his youth, Chaponda has chosen not to watch others now that he is professionally involved in comedy. This conscious decision helps him maintain a unique comedic voice.