Malawi: Salima Police Station has registered a decrease in road accidents in the statistics that they have recorded between January to June, 2024. The mmbeers of the community have shared that the
According to the records, during the same period in 2023, a total number of 55 road accidents and 277 cases were recorded. Meanwhile in 2024, the station registered 35 road accidents and 360 cases.
The development was revealed on Wednesday during a Station Executive Forum (SEF) meeting which was held in the district. The administration has expressed their delight to see that the numbers of accident cases have seen a decline.
This suggests that the people are becoming more and more cautious while using the roads. The people said that
, Officer In-Charge for the station, Bright Mwase, appreciated the role all stakeholders play and the cordial working relationship existing among them.
“The reduction can be attributed to good policing strategies such as increasing day and night traffic checks, patrols, adhoc roadblocks and revamping of vibrant traffic wardens across the district,” he said.
Mwase further noted that the decrease in road accidents in the district was through collective efforts with road users. He said they have been conducting awareness meetings with communities such as, bicycle and motorcycle users to reinforce road adherence.
“We are working tirelessly in ensuring that accidents continue to decrease and develop new strategies to ensure that everyone is safe on the roads across the district,” he said.
Chairperson for Station Executive Committee, Sheikh Ibrahim White, pledged more support and vowed to continue working hand in hand with Police in the fight against security challenges, through various joint activities.
In his remarks, District Commissioner for Salima District Council, James Mwenda, commended efforts made in ensuring security of the district. He appealed for an extra gear engagements and provisions in the outskirts especially where police are far from the communities.
Mwenda gave an assurance that his office is geared in supporting and giving issues of security a priority.
The meeting was attended by various stakeholders including Senior Chiefs, Bussiness Community, Pastors Fraternal, Heads of Departments, Senior Resident Magistrate, SEC members and Lodge Owners.
