By Chisomo Phiri
The ruling party, Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has condemned an attack on The Times Group journalist Francis Mzindiko by alleged MCP supporters during the official opening of the 33rd International Trade Fair and inauguration of Malawi Bureau of Standards office complex in Blantyre on Wednesday.
It is said that 15 youthful men in MCP’s green suits assaulted the journalist,accused him of filming the fight between supporters of the party and their UTM counterparts.
But in a statement, MCP publicity secretary Ezekiel Ching’oma says the party will fully cooperate with law enforcing agencies in investigating the matter.
“It is never acceptable to harass or intimidate journalists or any individuals for doing their job or exercising their right to free speech,” says Ching’oma in a statement.
He adds” It is never acceptable to harass or intimidate journalists or any individual for doing their job or exercising their right to free speech.
“Such actions not only violate the law but also undermine the principles of democracy and respect of human dignity.
“Journalists play critical role in holding those in power accountable,and it is crucial that their safety and freedom to do their work are protected.”
Meanwhile, Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Malawi Chapter has demanded the arrest of the perpetrators.
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