At least 18 people have died in violent anti-government protests across Malawi Wednesday and Thursday with unconfirmed reports of further casualties. President Bingu wa Mutharika said he is willing to speak to civil society groups and opposition parties about their concerns.
In an address to Malawians broadcast on national radio Thursday, Mutharika condemned the protests, but appealed for calm and said it is time to take part in dialogue with his opponents and find solutions. The president was reacting to countrywide protests that erupted into violence in some areas.
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More News On The Unrest In Malawi
Malawi protesters killed during anti-regime riots -- The Guardian
Malawi army deployed over anti-Mutharika protests -- BBC
12 dead, 45 injured in Malawi protests -- CNN
10 dead in Malawi anti-government demonstrations -- AP
Despite threats, Malawi protesters rally against high prices, corruption -- Christian Science Monitor
US condemns use of force in Malawi -- AFP
Malawi erupts in anti-government protests -- AFP
Malawi riots spread as president blames Britain, IMF for economic woes -- Christian Science Monitor
Explainer: Why are people demonstrating in Malawi? -- Mark Tran, The Guardian
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