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Malawi Activist Challenges NGORA's Power
Malawi activist claims NGORA lacks authority to deregister HRDC, sparking donor concerns.
In brief
Malawi activist claims NGORA lacks authority to deregister HRDC, sparking donor concerns. Malawi activist Redson Munlo states NGORA has no legal power to deregister HRDC, raising fears among international donors. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Activist challenges NGORA authority
Redson Munlo insists NGORA lacks legal power to deregister HRDC.
“No CSO reports to NGORA in terms of their operations”
NGORA moves to deregister HRDC
NGORA revokes HRDC's civil society status citing operational shortcomings.
Donor concerns escalate
EU, UK, and UN agencies fear HRDC deregistration triggers legal scrutiny.
Civic space under threat
Critics warn shrinking civic space risks donor confidence in Malawi.
Donor dependency fears
Malawi relies on donors for forex, fertiliser and essential medicines.
Legal battle looms
Questions mount over NGORA's authority and Malawi's donor relations.
What matters most
Malawi activist Redson Munlo states NGORA has no legal power to deregister HRDC, raising fears among international donors.
