By Burnett Munthali
Victor Musowa, the respected leader of the Mulanje Bale Legislative Assembly, has recently proposed a significant legislative change aimed at improving the efficiency and accountability of the assembly. According to Musowa, a new rule should be implemented to address the issue of non-participating members. Specifically, he suggests that any member who fails to contribute or respond to discussions for a period of three consecutive years should be automatically removed from the assembly.
Musowa’s proposal stems from concerns that some members are not actively engaging in discussions or contributing to legislative processes, which can disrupt the functioning of the assembly. He argues that these inactive members often create disruptions and noise without adding any constructive input. This situation, Musowa believes, undermines the productivity of the assembly and hampers progress on important issues.
The proposed rule aims to encourage greater participation and ensure that all members contribute meaningfully to the legislative process. By removing those who have not been active for an extended period, the assembly can focus on engaging and effective members who are committed to their roles and responsibilities.
Musowa’s proposal has sparked a debate within the assembly, with some members supporting the idea as a means to enhance accountability, while others are concerned about the potential implications for representation and the fairness of such a rule. The discussion continues as the assembly weighs the benefits and potential drawbacks of implementing this new measure.
