By Hon Felix Njawala, UTM National Publicity Secretary

The UTM Party needs to tell the nation that we absolutely endorse the peaceable demonstrations organized by the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) scheduled for Monday, twenty fifth November, 2024. These demonstrations present a platform for Malawians to specific their frustrations concerning the financial hardships and governance failures that proceed to negatively have an effect on their lives.

As a celebration that champions democracy and good service supply, we strongly agree with the problems raised by CDEDI. It is obvious that decisive motion is required to deal with the issues of Malawians, together with:

1. The Resignation of the Minister of Energy: The present gasoline disaster has worsened beneath the minister’s watch, and Malawians deserve higher management to deal with these challenges.

2. The Resignation of the MERA CEO: MERA has did not resolve the persistent gasoline shortages which might be crippling the economic system and livelihoods. This continued failure beneath the CEO’s management demonstrates a scarcity of capability to handle such a essential sector.

3. The Suspension of Voter Registration Until NRB is Ready: We help the demand that voter registration be halted till the National Registration Bureau (NRB) is absolutely ready to register all eligible Malawians, guaranteeing no citizen is disenfranchised within the upcoming elections. In alignment with our perception in freedom of meeting and expression, the UTM Party President, alongside our members, will be a part of these demonstrations in solidarity with the struggling residents of this nation. We consider that it’s our responsibility as leaders to face with Malawians and demand fast and sensible options to the problems at hand.

We additionally urge all members to conduct themselves peacefully and responsibly in the course of the demonstrations.

At the identical time, we name on the authorities to respect and shield the constitutional rights of all these participating, with out intimidation or interference.

The UTM Party stays dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of Malawians. Together, allow us to make it clear that the folks’s voice have to be heard, and their grievances are addressed.

OSAOPA. OSATOPA. OSAFOKA