By Chisomo Phiri
The Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) says it is yet to set dates for the commencement of a public hearing on allegations of sexual harassment and abuse at the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority (PPDA), and child sexual abuse at Chambo Girls Academy.
MHRC Chairperson Chikondi Chijozi said in an interview that they are currently analyzing submissions from interested individuals to testify in the hearing, which is expected to take place this year.
Meanwhile,women’s rights activist Maggie Kathewera Banda says she expect the authorities to take decisive action against the perpetrators of sexual violence.
The MHRC was established under Section 129 of Malawi’s Constitution, with the primary function of protecting and investigating violations of the rights accorded by the Constitution or any other law.
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