By Burnett Munthali
The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) held a press conference in Blantyre where its officials addressed various national issues.
Before outlining the objectives of the meeting, CDEDI Executive Director Sylvester Namiwa urged Minister of Finance Joseph Mwanamvekha to carefully consider the concerns being raised by the public regarding taxation measures outlined in the recently presented economic plan.
Namiwa emphasized that citizens are closely watching how the government handles issues related to tax policy and expect transparency and fairness in implementation.
He also called on other government leaders to respond proactively to public concerns and to demonstrate accountability in their respective sectors.
Additionally, Namiwa highlighted that Malawians are keenly awaiting updates and a thorough investigation into the recent plane crash incident, stressing the need for timely and credible information.
The press conference reflected CDEDI’s commitment to ensuring that the government remains accountable to the people and that national policies are implemented in the interest of all citizens.
Through such engagements, the organization aims to strengthen democratic processes and promote economic development by fostering open dialogue between citizens and policymakers.
CDEDI’s officials concluded by encouraging the public to remain informed and actively participate in discussions surrounding government decisions that impact their lives.
