By Burnett Munthali
The Office of the Ombudsman has addressed a complaint regarding the sudden transfer of Sergeant Cassim Manda from the Lingadzi Police Station. According to the complaint, Sergeant Manda was reassigned to Fort Maguire in Mangochi without a formal transfer letter, which has raised suspicions of political motivations behind the move.
The Ombudsman, Grace Malera, has confirmed that the office is investigating the matter and has requested a response from the police. Malera has given the police until September 6 to address the concerns raised by Sergeant Manda. The officer’s transfer is being scrutinized to determine if it was influenced by political factors.
Before his transfer, Sergeant Manda reportedly sought refuge at another police station in the country, raising concerns for his safety and the fairness of the process. The police spokesperson, Peter Kalaya, has stated that the police will provide a formal response once the matter reaches the police chief’s office.
This investigation highlights ongoing issues within the police force concerning the transparency and fairness of personnel decisions. The outcome of this inquiry will be closely watched for its implications on police governance and accountability.
