Shadric Namalomba Confirms November 13 Protests: “No Retreat, No Surrender

Shadric Namalomba, Presidential Spokesperson and National Publicity Secretary, has firmly announced via Facebook that the demonstrations scheduled for Wednesday, November 13, will proceed as planned. His statement, “No retreat, no surrender,” emphasizes the opposition’s commitment to moving forward despite recent efforts to prevent or postpone the protests.

The demonstrations aim to address a series of grievances against the government, with the opposition raising issues of governance, transparency, and alleged biases within key national institutions. Namalomba’s announcement has sparked significant attention from supporters and opposition groups, eager to publicly voice their concerns about the current administration.

At the center of these protests are demands for accountability from Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chairperson Annabel Mtalimanja and Chief Elections Officer Andrew Mpesi, whom the opposition accuses of favoritism. Additionally, there are calls for the resignation of National Registration Bureau (NRB) head Mphatso Sambo, following allegations of mismanagement within national identification processes.

Civil society groups and supporters have rallied around Namalomba’s statement, interpreting it as a strong stance on protecting Malawians’ right to protest. Organizers are encouraging citizens across the nation to join the demonstrations in large numbers.

With November 13 approaching, there is growing anticipation about how the protests will unfold. Namalomba’s resolute “no retreat, no surrender” stance underscores the significance of this moment in Malawi’s political landscape and in the exercise of democratic rights.