LCC gets tough on event organisers

By Jimmy Chazama Lilongwe City Council (LCC) has said that all entertainment events must follow its 2018 by laws. The council says in a statement that regulations require both local and international shows to obtain authorisation, licences and approvals before they take place. The statement further says LCC carries out inspections to enforce standards on licensing, public safety, sanitation, and noise control. LCC Chief Executive Officer Clement Stambuli observed on Friday that some gigs run late into the night, disturbing people residents. He said that noise pollution and bottle stores opening in residential areas deny people the space to rest. "We are not targeting anyone. We are just doing our job and that is to enforce the laws which need to be followed. We also work on complaints and act to ensure there is sanity," he said. Stambuli said they will not compromise on the laws and called upon event organisers to follow the regulations if they are to hold their concerts without being stopped. He said that international shows, whether featuring local or foreign stars, must be properly documented. "The restrictions apply not only to entertainment shows but also to religious and other events, which must be regulated to ensure they do not infringe on the rights of others," he said. Stambuli said LCC's role is to balance the interests of organisers with the well-being of residents. "As the council, we urge organisers of events and residents to stay informed and comply with the bylaws otherwise we will not entertain any excuses," he said. Stambuli said the measures are meant to promote order, protect communities from noise and disturbance, and ensure Lilongwe remains a city where events are held without infringing on the rights of others.

WIRE — By Jimmy Chazama Lilongwe City Council (LCC) has said that all entertainment events must follow its 2018 by laws. The council says in a statement that regulations require both local and international shows to obtain authorisation, licences and approvals before they take place. The statement further says LCC carries out inspections to enforce standards on licensing, public safety, sanitation, and noise control. LCC Chief Executive Officer Clement Stambuli observed on Friday that some gigs run late into the night, disturbing people residents. He said that noise pollution and bottle stores opening in residential areas deny people the space to rest. "We are not targeting anyone. We are just doing our job and that is to enforce the laws which need to be followed. We also work on complaints and act to ensure there is sanity," he said. Stambuli said they will not compromise on the laws and called upon event organisers to follow the regulations if they are to hold their concerts without being stopped. He said that international shows, whether featuring local or foreign stars, must be properly documented. "The restrictions apply not only to entertainment shows but also to religious and other events, which must be regulated to ensure they do not infringe on the rights of others," he said. Stambuli said LCC's role is to balance the interests of organisers with the well-being of residents. "As the council, we urge organisers of events and residents to stay informed and comply with the bylaws otherwise we will not entertain any excuses," he said. Stambuli said the measures are meant to promote order, protect communities from noise and disturbance, and ensure Lilongwe remains a city where events are held without infringing on the rights of others.

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