Malawi: Chaos, Division Rock Kamuzu Day Celebrations As Government Defends Teargassing of Former President Chakwera

The Kamuzu Day celebrations in Lilongwe were marred by political tensions after police used tear gas to disperse supporters of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) accompanying former president Lazarus Chakwera. The incident occurred near the Kamuzu Banda mausoleum, where supporters were attempting to proceed for a wreath-laying ceremony. The government spokesperson defended the police action, stating that the MCP procession was illegal.