MEC Joins forces with Security Agencies To Ensure Protection During Upcoming Elections

With only 85 days left before Malawians vote on September 16, the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has teamed up with the Malawi Police Service (MPS), Malawi Defence Force (MDF), Immigration department and Prison Services (PS) to form a Joint Electoral Security Taskforce.

This special taskforce will work together to keep peace and order across the country during the election period.

Speaking at a meeting in Mangochi on Monday, MEC Chairperson Anabel Mtalimanja said it is very important for all security agencies to work as one team. She said this will help them avoid doing the same work twice and make their efforts stronger.

Inspector General of Police Merline Yolamu also gave her assurance that the security team is well prepared.

“We’ve looked at possible problems and have set up Joint Operations Command Centers to help us work better together and stay ready,” she said.