As rights activist Sylvester Namiwa enters his fourth day in police custody, the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) says the arrest will not silence its push for justice and good governance.
In a statement issued by Communications Officer Promise Thom, CDEDI said it respects the legal process but expects the matter to move without unnecessary delays.
“While we continue to respect the legal process, we also hope that the matter will proceed without further delay,” the statement reads.
The organization said its legal team is ready to take appropriate action, including applying for bail, if police formally charge Namiwa.
CDEDI has maintained that it will continue questioning decisions and actions by public officials whenever they affect the rights and welfare of Malawians.
The organization also thanked citizens, civil society groups, the media and partners for messages of support since Namiwa’s arrest.
CDEDI said it will continue engaging through peaceful and lawful means as it pushes for democratic accountability.
