CSOs to push for new Government

. Concerned about govt’s handling of cashgate

. To seek vote of no confidence in the President

Thirteen high-profile civil society organisations (CSOs) operating under the Grand Coalition have said they will seek a vote of no confidence in President Joyce Banda’s administration and push for an interim government if the State does not address their concerns over the way it is handling the massive looting of public resources.

In a communiqué dated November 7 2013, the CSOs say they will also institute what they are calling a ‘Black Monday’ when Malawians will dress in black every Monday to symbolise the death of the public purse after being looted by thieves.

“The Black Monday will be declared after meeting the Head of State in person to present this petition,” reads the communiqué which arose out of a meeting the organisations held on November 4 2013.

Other measures include:

. Holding periodic peaceful mass demonstrations across the country.

. Conducting a go-slow or stay-away from work to facilitate and in support of citizen occupation of Capital Hill and ensure that the President is in office daily so that she is seen to be part of the solution to the crisis.

. Organising citizen occupation of State houses and conducting vigils and prayers for the country—For a detailed story read Nation on Sunday