By Chisomo Phiri
Inspector General (IG) of Police, Merlyne Yolamu, has called on police investigators to step up their efforts in protecting Malawi’s environment, which is facing severe degradation.
Speaking at an orientation on the establishment of regional wildlife and environmental crime investigation units on Monday, Yolamu emphasized the need for more robust action.
“The current rate of environmental degradation is alarming, and we need to act swiftly to prevent further destruction.
“We owe it to ourselves, our children, and future generations to protect our natural resources,” she said.
Yolamu cited the example of Michiru Forest, where rampant tree-cutting has occurred, and stressed that effective collaboration could have prevented such destruction.
“We need to work together to address these crimes and ensure that those responsible are held accountable,” she added.
On his part,Head of the Police Wildlife and Environmental Crime Investigation Unit, Superintendent Wellington Chimdzakazi, acknowledged the IG’s concerns and assured that they are working closely with other stakeholders to address environmental crimes.
“We are committed to protecting Malawi’s environment and will work tirelessly to ensure that those who seek to harm it are brought to justice,” he said.
 of Police, Merlyne Yolamu, has called on police investigators to step up their efforts in protecting Malawi’s environment, which is facing severe degradation. Speaking…){kind=link}