Rumphi Records Several Political Violence Cases During Campaign Period

Rumphi district Council has called on political parties and other groups to discuss ways on how to prevent political violence against women, people with disabilities and the elderly during the election period.

This follows after the district have recorded three cases of political violence during campaign ahead of September 16 general elections.

The Malawi Police Service also through the financial support from Oxfam, held a meeting with different stakeholders including chiefs, civil society groups, religious leaders, and youth to discuss on the same issue.

During the meeting, District Commissioner Emmanuel Bulukutu, said that violence against women prevents them from fully participating in elections and taking leadership roles

District Chairperson  from People’s Party Tiwone Kapira, said she will make sure the message of peace reaches all her party supporters to ensure a violence free campaign in the district.

Community Policing Coordinator for the Northern Region, Superintendent Alexander Ngwala, assured participants that the police are ready to maintain peace and deal with any political violence during this election season.