By Sheminah Nkhoma
The Malawi Defence Force (MDF) and the Malawi Police Service (MPS) have strongly and unequivocally condemned some political parties, Civil Society Organisations (COs) and individuals for inciting political violence in the country.
In a press statement released on Thursday, the MDF and MPS expressed concern over the growing tendency of some political parties, CSO leaders, and individuals using public platforms and social media to spread hate speech and false rumors intended to create public alarm.
“The tendency of inciting political violence has the potential of plunging the country into chaos as the country gets closer to the General Elections,” reads the statement.
However, the security agencies have strongly warned those involved in the said acts, that these are crimes that are punishable under the laws of Malawi.
“We call upon all citizens to desist from being used by some political parties, CSOs and individuals in acts of political violence,” states the statement.
MDF and MPS have assured Malawians that they are taking all necessary measures to curb political violence to ensure maximum protection of citizens and their property.
