By Burnett Munthali
The Evangelical Association of Malawi (EAM) has called on President Lazarus Chakwera and other political leaders to openly denounce the rising tide of political violence in the country.
In a statement released yesterday, the EAM expressed deep concern over the increasing incidents of politically motivated attacks, intimidation, and disruption of opposition activities, warning that such acts threaten Malawi’s democracy and social harmony.
“As church leaders, we believe that silence from our political leaders, including the President, could be interpreted as complicity. We urge the leadership of this nation to take a firm stand against political violence and promote a culture of peace and tolerance,” read part of the statement.
EAM highlighted specific incidents in which political violence has disrupted peaceful gatherings, noting that these actions not only infringe on constitutional rights but also create an environment of fear and instability.
The association appealed to leaders across all political divides to uphold the principles of dialogue and coexistence, which are essential for Malawi’s development.
“Malawi’s hard-earned democracy must not be derailed by acts of violence. It is the responsibility of our leaders to lead by example, fostering an atmosphere where differences in opinion are resolved through dialogue, not intimidation or force,” the statement added.
The EAM further urged law enforcement agencies to act impartially by bringing perpetrators of violence to justice, regardless of their political affiliations.
Political violence has become a recurring concern in Malawi, particularly in the run-up to elections. The Evangelical Association’s call comes at a time when civil society and religious organizations are increasingly advocating for peaceful political engagement and accountability from leaders.
As the nation anticipates President Chakwera’s response, Malawians continue to look to their leaders to champion unity and denounce violence as a means of addressing political differences.
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