The current status the country is in has been described as alarming and unsettling coupled with government’s inaction and silence on critical issues such as the dire fuel crisis that has gripped our nation.
A statement signed by the Human Rights and Democracy Coalition (HRDC) chairperson Gift Trapence said they are apprehensive with government’s lack of effort and explanation regarding fuel crisis, which has now brought the country to a standstill, making the lives of Malawians unbearable.
“This matter has left the nation questioning whether there is any executive or political leadership in place to address this pressing concern.
“At HRDC, we find ourselves deeply troubled by President Lazarus Chakwera’s conspicuous absence during this crisis. In times like these, our nation seeks a leader who can provide explanations and reassurance that the government is working tirelessly to resolve the situation.“The silence exhibited by the government towards this crisis, along with various other challenges facing our nation, is indeed a cause for concern. It is disheartening that amidst the long queues for fuel, the President and his Cabinet have chosen to remain silent, causing anxiety among well-meaning Malawians,” reads part of the statement released Thursday.
Trapence has called on Chakwera to recognize the gravity of the fuel problem and treat it as the national crisis.
“We urge the government to swiftly address the fuel crisis and alleviate the hardships faced by Malawians. In the hope that the President may not be fully aware of the implications of this crisis, we would like to draw his attention to the fact that fuel is the lifeblood of our nation’s economy.
“The repercussions of the fuel crisis are far-reaching and has affected many businesses and Malawians are failing to perform their economic activities. The livelihoods of countless Malawians are hanging in the balance, and the time for decisive action is now,” he said
