Human Rights Defender, Billy Mayaya has presented petition Tuesday morning which is demanding for Good Governance and Improved Service Delivery from Government.
Dyson Milanzi, Director of Administration for Lilongwe City Assembly received the letter on behalf of Lilongwe Chief Executive Officer who declined to come out of his office to receive the petition.
As if that was not enough it took over 45 minutes for the responsible person to come out to receive the petition
In the Petition Mayaya says provision of Service in key sectors like Health, education and energy have declined and yet no visible efforts are being done by government and does not seem concerned.
“Instead of directing meagre resources to improving these key sectors, the Government seems more prepared to direct resources to the rank and file of the party as a way of appeasement” reads the statement
It further noted that instead of implementing austerity measures government continues to misallocate resources to things that are congruent with the needs of Malawians.
The Petition among others, demands availability of medical supplies to all hospitals and increased resource allocation.
“We demand that top Government Officials be sent to local hospitals instead of flying abroad so that they can appreciate the state of local health service delivery.” Demands the statement
It further demands increased allocation to education sector, transparency and accountability in running state affairs and non-partisan in pursuing cashgate cases.
He has given government an ultimatum of 30 days and if not satisfied with the response Mayaya said people shall continue crusade of civil disobedience that will include sit-ins, vigils, boycotts, stay away and demonstrations until demands are met.
