By Chisomo Phiri
Minister of Homeland Security Ken Zikhale Ng’oma has condemned the political violence that erupted during the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) sanctioned protests on Monday in Lilongwe and has assured the public that an investigation has been launched to identify the perpetrators.
In a statement, Ng’oma has emphasized that Malawians have the constitutional right to hold peaceful demonstrations.
Says Ng’oma:”The Ministry of Homeland Security, in conjunction with relevant security agencies, is working hard to ensure that the country is secure and peaceful.”
The minister has also emphasized that the investigations will bring to light the culprits behind the violence that disrupted the demonstrations.
A group of thugs wielding knives descended on the demonstrators, disrupting the peaceful protests.
Several stakeholders, including political parties, have termed this development as undemocratic.
However, Ng’oma’s assurance of an investigation and condemnation of the violence is a step towards ensuring that the rights of Malawians are protected and that the country remains peaceful and secure.
