By Vincent Gunde
A youth Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Youth Alive Mchinji, has called upon the Malawi Parliament, Judiciary and Malawi Law Commission to enact legislation limiting Members of Parliament (MPs) to serve for a maximum of three consecutive terms in office.
The youth organization says this proposed reform is aligning with principles of democratic accountability, fostering leadership renewal, and creating opportunities for youth and other underrepresented groups to contribute to national development.
The organization has called for a review of electoral laws in collaboration with the Malawi Electoral Commission (Mec) to enhance youth participation in elections calling for civic education to raise public awareness about the importance of leadership rotation and its impact on national development.
In a statement signed by its Executive Director Luciano Milala, the Youth Alive Mchinji, says Malawi has failed significant stagnation in development due to the prolonged tenure of some MPs observing that many of these, have failed to bring substantial socio-economic improvements to the nation.
The Youth Alive Mchinji says these MPs have been seen engaging in unproductive debates in the National Assembly that do not align with the aspirations of Malawians saying leadership rotation is vital to infuse Parliament with fresh ideas and innovative approaches.
The organization has expressed fears that allowing the same MPs to occupy office as far back as 1988 limits the country’s ability to adapt to changing circumstances and challenges observing that the lack of term limits also disproportionately affects the youth who make up the majority of the Malawi’s population.
“Prolonged incumbency closes doors for younger generations to bring their talents, energy, and vision into governance, encouraging opportunities for the youth is essential for building progressive and inclusive society,” reads the statement in part.
The Youth Alive Mchinji says it believes that term limits will cultivate a culture of responsiveness, accountability, and innovation within Parliament saying this reform will create pathways for a new generation of leaders who can address Malawi’s development challenges effectively and inspire hope amongst citizens.
The organization has finally called upon the Malawi Parliament and Malawi Law Commission to take swift and decisive action to implement this critical reform observing that the future of the nation depends on leadership that is dynamic, inclusive, forward-thinking and together, they can build a Malawi that works for everyone.
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