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NICE disappointed with racial discrimination, calls for stringent measure to eliminate it

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National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE), a public trust entrusted with the responsibility of providing civic education activities in Malawi, has expressed disappointment with the existing tendencies among people to discriminate others based on their race, colour and ethnicity.

NICE Acting Executive Director Gray Kalindekafe observed despite countries taking steps to eliminate the vice, racial discrimination remains a global challenge undermining social cohesion, human rights, and sustainable development.

Kalindekafe made the remarks in a public statement he released on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, which falls on March 20 every year.

The NICE acting Chief Executive Officer state that racial discrimination perpetuates inequality, exclusion and violence.

Kalindekafe: the vice remains a great challenge

“NICE stands united with other global bodies in its commitment to eradicate racial discrimination. On this auspicious occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, NICE reaffirms its dedication to promoting equality, understanding and unity among all Malawians,” said Kalindekafe.

He commended the Government of Malawi for enacting laws that safeguard against racial discrimination. However, he stressed the need for the government to ensure their implementation and enforcement to achieve the goal of eliminating racial discrimination.

“As we commemorate this day, NICE calls for robust measures to address hate crimes, xenophobia and bias. NICE supports international efforts to combat racism, including the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the International Decade for People of African Descent.

“On this solemn day, let us recommit ourselves to a Malawi free from discrimination — a nation where justice, compassion and unity prevail,” he added.


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