CDEDI Archives

Democracy at risk UDF calls for action against masked militants

Nov 26, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

The United Democratic Front (UDF) has expressed grave concern over a rising wave of political violence and the apparent failure of law enforcement to intervene effectively. The party’s concerns were amplified following the chaotic disruption… ...

Chakwera under fire for alleged inaction amid violent protests

Nov 26, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

One of the country’s renowned legal experts, Bright Theu, has strongly criticized Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera and Police Inspector General Merlyne Yolamu for remaining silent as violent groups disrupt protests in Lilongwe using weapons such… ...

Police actions threaten children’s right to education

Nov 26, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

A Social Political Commentator, Ben Navitcha has condemned the police for recklessly firing tear gas near Lilongwe Primary School, disrupting learning activities. The incident occurred as police attempted to disperse demonstrators protesting the country’s ongoing… ...

Apolisi akupha demokalase – Chaponda

Nov 25, 2024 Mphatso Khutcha Richard 0 &

Mtsogoleri wa aphungu otsutsa boma ku Nyumba ya Malamulo a George Chaponda ati zomwe achita apolisi komanso anthu ena omwe alepheletsa ziwonetselo mu nzinda wa Lilongwe ndi m'chitidwe okupha ufulu wa nzika za dziko lino.… ...

Malawi law society demands presidential action on recent political violence

Nov 25, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

In the heart of Malawi, a storm was brewing. Political violence had begun to rise, shaking the country’s capital, Lilongwe. The fuel shortages that had plagued the nation were no longer just an inconvenience they… ...

Protests against fuel crisis, elections technology to go ahead despite council pushback

Nov 25, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) has vowed to proceed with demonstrations today, challenging resistance from the Lilongwe District Council. Sylvester Namiwa, CDEDI’s Executive Director, criticized the council's attempt to halt the… ...

UTM confirms Kabambe to participate in CDEDI demonstrations

Nov 24, 2024 Vincent Gunde 0 &

The United Transformation Movement (UTM) has confirmed that its President, Dalitso Kabambe and other members, will actively participate in CDEDI-organised national demonstrations to take place in Lilongwe on Monday, 25th November 2024. The UTM has… ...