马拉维230名议员中只有71人于2026年2月24日出席议会, Only 71 of Malawi’s 230 MPs attended parliament on Feb. 24, 2026, triggering concerns over absenteeism and accountability.

马拉维230名议员中只有71人出席2026年2月24日的议会会议, Only 71 of Malawi’s 230 MPs attended a February 24, 2026, parliamentary session, sparking concern over widespread absenteeism. 第一副议长批评投票率低,指出大多数缺席的立法者没有按照议会规则要求请假,因此有可能采取纪律行动,包括丧失津贴。 The First Deputy Speaker criticized the low turnout, noting most absent lawmakers had not requested leave as required by parliamentary rules, risking disciplinary action including loss of allowances. 内阁部长迟到推迟了诉讼程序,引起对缺乏问责制的批评,尽管政府声称议程仍按计划进行。 Cabinet ministers’ late arrival delayed proceedings, prompting criticism over lack of accountability despite government claims that the agenda remained on track. 当局发誓执行出勤规则,恢复对立法义务和民主代表制的尊重。 Authorities vowed to enforce attendance rules to restore respect for legislative duties and democratic representation.