CSOs Condemn Parliament Disruptions, Urge Unity

Benedicto Kondowe, chairperson of the National Advocacy Platform (NAP), addressed the media in Lilongwe, calling on the DPP to rise above politics and resolve their differences.

Members of the CSOs

Lilongwe, Malawi - Civil society organisations have denounced the disruptions at Parliament, calling on politicians to refrain from turning it into a battlefield, writes Judgement Katika.

Benedicto Kondowe, chairperson of the National Advocacy Platform (NAP), addressed the media in Lilongwe, calling on the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to rise above politics and resolve their differences.

"It is imperative that members of Parliament prioritise addressing the pressing issues affecting Malawians and unequivocally uphold the rule of law," said Kondowe on Wednesday.

He further urged the judiciary to expedite the resolution of the matter, saying, "While we respect its independence, we urge the judiciary to prioritise the swift resolution of this matter. We believe that the judiciary holds a responsibility to address issues promptly in pursuit of justice."

The 16 CSOs, including NAP, Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC), Youth and Society (YAS), Centre for Social Accountability and Transparency (Csat), National Alliance Against Corruption (Naac), and Centre for Human Rights and Rehabilitation (CHRR), have collectively called for a peaceful and constructive parliamentary environment.

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