By Chisomo Phiri
The servant leader Dr. Lazarus Chakwera, on Wednesday May 24,2023 invited the leadership of the Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC), at Kamuzu Palace Lilongwe.
The President invited HRDC to support the government by monitoring infrastructure projects and giving regular reports on what is causing delays in the completion of some of these infrastructure projects, so as for him to facilitate their expedition.
On its part,HRDC accepted to play the assigned role as part of its responsibility of providing checks and balances.
President Chakwera emphasized that the infrastructure projects are vital to all citizens,hence must be taken into quick consideration.
The engagement with HRDC speaks of the President’s efforts to ensure that infrastructure projects are completed on time and that they benefit all Malawians as the country works tirelessly to fast track economic development and attain middle income status.
This means that the President recognizes the role of civil society in ensuring that government projects are transparent and accountable.
HRDC has been at the forefront of advocating for human rights in Malawi.
The organization has been instrumental in ensuring that human rights are respected and upheld in the country.
HRDC has also been involved in monitoring elections and ensuring that they are free and fair.