Stop The Killings of Albino's in Malawi - Amnesty international warns

Malawian officials must live up to their promises to end the brutal violence against people with albinism and tackle discrimination against this group, Amnesty International said on

The Amnesty international has warned the Malawian authorities to enforce the stopping of the killing of Albino's in Malawi.This was disclosed in series of meetings held with the Malawian officials to mark the International Albinism Awareness Day (13 June).
It was gathered that since November 2014, at least 18 people have been killed and at least five have been abducted and remain missing.  Four deaths were recorded in April alone this year.

Amnesty’s Director for Southern Africa, Deprose Muchena, said:

    “Recognition by the Malawian authorities at the highest level that people with albinism not only experience daily discrimination but also live in constant fear of attacks is an important step in addressing the problem.
    
    “Malawian police need more resources and must conduct thorough and effective investigations to bring the abductions and killings to an end. Visible policing in rural areas coupled with an effective public education campaigns can contribute significantly in arresting the problem.”

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