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Mutharika’s renewal: EFM sees hope in economic revival

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The Economic Freedom Movement (EFM) congratulates President Peter Arthur Mutharika on his historic comeback, viewing it as an opportunity for Malawi’s economic rebound. The organization hopes his return translates into renewed confidence, stability, and growth.

EFM notes several early steps taken by the President that signal hope and seriousness of purpose.

The President has honored the Political Alliance Agreement with AFORD, appointing Honourable Enock Kazingeni Chihana as Second Vice President, promoting political stability.

The President’s commitment to austerity measures, including delegating responsibilities, reduces unnecessary public expenditure and promotes efficiency.

This approach sets the tone for fiscal discipline across government.

EFM commends the President’s gender-sensitive appointments, including a woman leading the Ministry of Agriculture for the first time. The Cabinet composition reflects a focus on capability and results.

The President has articulated attention to key areas, including Natural Resources, Energy, and Mining,, addressing fuel shortages and electricity outages.

EFM urges transparent management of natural resources.

The Ministry of Homeland Security is crucial for state survival, and EFM trusts the President will ensure security agencies are capacitated to prevent crime and protect citizens.

The Ministry of Finance faces the challenge of economic management, with early achievements including secured grants and debt restructuring.

EFM encourages prioritizing high-impact projects for rapid growth.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs must deliver tangible economic benefits, with EFM encouraged by the direction taken.

The cancellation of debt by China demonstrates effective foreign policy.

EFM remains cautiously optimistic, supporting policies promoting economic freedom, national prosperity, and improved livelihoods.

Human Rights, Regional, Top News

UN high commission on Human right unhappy Malawi Govt

Maravi Post Reporter

 

By Victoria Milanzi

 

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has expressed concerned over the delay in apprehending those involved in political violence in the country.

 

This follows a series of political violence in the country as some United Transformation Party (UTM) were assaulted and undressed in Mangochi on Sunday.

 

The commission is  concerned with the increase in political violence as well as violence against women and attacks against persons with albinism, as Malawi heads towards elections in May 2019.

 

 

In a statement issued on Friday, January 25 in Geneva, Switzerland, Spokesperson for the UN agency Rupert Colville calls on the authorities to step up their efforts to protect persons with albinism, and to prosecute and punish alleged perpetrators.

 

“We welcome the fact that, on 23 January, President Peter Arthur Mutharika condemned political violence, including acts aimed at humiliating women in the political arena. However, we are concerned that so far no one has been brought to justice for any of the series of politically motivated attacks that have been taking place since last year,” said Colville.

 

However, a court in Mangochi yesterday denied bail to two suspects arrested for allegedly assaulting and undressing UTM members in Mangochi Sunday.

 

The two, Adam Masitala, 28, and Rajab Assan, 38, who were arrested Tuesday and Wednesday respectively appeared in court Wednesday where they were charged with robbery with violence and insulting the modesty of a woman.

 

The two have been remanded to Mangochi Prison, as police investigations continue.