Malawi
UK conglomerate sued over rape allegations by Malawi tea workers
The complaint filed in London's High Court says women harvesting tea and macadamia nuts for Lujeri in southern Malawi were subject to at least 10 instances of...
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The Bushiris’ extradition hearing: The events leading up to this point
The formal extradition hearing against controversial self-proclaimed prophet Shepherd Bushiri is expected to begin in Malawi on 8 March 2021. Accused of fraud and money laundering, the Bushiris fled to Malawi after they were granted bail in South Africa in 2020.
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Bushiri lawyer asks for recusal of Malawian magistrate in extradition matter
The fugitive couple appeared briefly in the magistrates court in Lilongwe on Monday afternoon but the matte has been postponed to next Monday.
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Malawi court to begin hearing Bushiris’ extradition case
The fugitive couple fled South Africa in November last year, contravening their bail conditions.
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Crowdfunding breathes life into Malawi's COVID-19 fight
Secretary for health Charles Mwansambo has hailed the crowdfunding, saying the "government alone cannot meet the health needs of Malawians, let alone COVID-19".
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Malawi imposes first lockdown measures as virus flares
To date, Malawi has recorded just 12,470 coronavirus cases and 314 deaths for a population of over 18 million.
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Malawian court rules Bushiris to appear at extradition hearings via summons
The fugitive couple appeared in court on Wednesday after a warrant of arrest was issued by the Malawian government.
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Malawi court sets extradition hearing for the Bushiris for March
The court ruled that the couple should not be re-arrested but should continue appearing in court until their hearing on the matter, which is set for 8 March.
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Malawi to SA: You should have confidence in our 'world-class judiciary'
The comments were made following the homeland security minister's decision to sign extradition papers for self-proclaimed prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary.
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Malawi govt signs extradition papers for Bushiris to return to SA
The leaders of the Enlightened Christian Gathering Church are facing fraud and money laundering charges worth R100 million.
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Police brigadier, husband to appear in court in relation to Bushiri case
Earlier on Thursday morning, the pair handed themselves over to the Hawks team that’s been tasked with investigating Bushiri alleged crimes in South Africa.
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Malawi confirms receipt of SA’s extradition request for the Bushiris
The Bushiris are facing charges of fraud, theft, and money laundering to the tune of more than R100 million. The prophet also faces an additional three charges of rape.
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Correctional Services & Justice Dept issues extradition request for Bushiris
Mary Bushiri has two warrants of arrest in SA, while Shepherd Bushiri has five, with additional warrants for three rape cases.
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Successful extradition of Bushiris could take years, immigration lawyers warn
But lawyers with experience in extradition processes say it’s not that easy. On average, it could take up to two years before the couple set foot on South African soil, especially if they are refusing to stand trial here.
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YONELA DIKO: Did Malawi win the Bushiri communication battle?
The Malawian government has done better with its public relations regarding the Bushiri debacle than its South African counterpart, writes Yonela Diko.
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'No shenanigans': Govt reiterates it did not help Bushiris flee SA
The ‘Sunday Independent’ reported that Dirco assisted the fugitive couple to leave on the Malawian president’s plane with diplomatic passports, which contained false names and cosmetic facial changes.
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Lamola: Bushiris are guaranteed a fair trial in SA
During a post Cabinet briefing on Thursday, Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola said they intend sending extradition papers to Malawi for the Bushiris within the next two weeks.
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Malawi court rules the Bushiris’ arrest was illegal, orders their release
According to local media, Magistrate Viva Nyimba made the ruling based solely on the legality of the couple’s arrest in that country and not their impending case in South Africa.
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Cabinet is satisfied with govt’s handling of Bushiri matter - Lamola
Justice Minister Ronald Lamola gave a post-Cabinet briefing in Pretoria on Thursday afternoon.
