Two major peace groups in Malawi teamed up to help solve problems across the country. The Malawi Peace and Unity Commission and the Public Affairs Committee signed a deal during a ceremony in Lilongwe. Government workers, church leaders, and people from other countries watched the signing happen.
Bishop Mary Nkosi leads the Peace Commission and said the agreement shows both groups want to bring calm to Malawi. Monsignor Patrick Thawale runs the Public Affairs Committee and talked about how the two organizations have worked together since 2013. The deal comes at a good time because elections will happen next year.
The Peace Commission started after lawmakers passed a special law three years ago. The Public Affairs Committee has helped settle fights between political parties and religious groups since 1992. Both groups promise to stay neutral and work together at local and national levels.
The United Nations gave money to support this partnership through different programs. The groups will share knowledge and help communities solve their own disputes. Leaders from both organizations said they must work hard to make peace last in Malawi.
Bishop Mary Nkosi leads the Peace Commission and said the agreement shows both groups want to bring calm to Malawi. Monsignor Patrick Thawale runs the Public Affairs Committee and talked about how the two organizations have worked together since 2013. The deal comes at a good time because elections will happen next year.
The Peace Commission started after lawmakers passed a special law three years ago. The Public Affairs Committee has helped settle fights between political parties and religious groups since 1992. Both groups promise to stay neutral and work together at local and national levels.
The United Nations gave money to support this partnership through different programs. The groups will share knowledge and help communities solve their own disputes. Leaders from both organizations said they must work hard to make peace last in Malawi.
