Chimwendo to remain under police custody
High Court Judge Mzondi Mvula adjourned the bail ruling hearing for former local government minister Richard Chimwendo Banda to December 24, giving the State time to respond to the application.
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“They are not prisoners- MPS denies knowing murder suspects
The Malawi Prison Service has dismissed reports that Dr. Victoria Bobe murder suspects paraded by police are Chichiri Prison inmates.
“Stop parading witnesses outside courts”- Lawyers tell Malawi Police Officers
The Malawi Law Society (MLS) is warning law enforcement against “media trials”, saying exposing suspects to the public and asking them to reenact crimes risks undermining their constitutional rights.
Activist Kajoloweka declines board appointment
Activist Charles Kajoloweka has turned down his appointment to the TEVETA board. He cites principles and ethics. In a letter to Chief Secretary Justin Saidi, the youth rights advocate said accepting the role could compromise his organization’s independence and advocacy work. This isn’t the first time Kajoloweka has declined a board appointment, having previously turned…
Chimwendo remanded to prison
The Lilongwe Chief Resident Magistrate Austin Banda has authorized Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Secretary General Richard Chimwendo Banda to receive medical treatment while remanded at Maula Prison.
Kabwila ARRESTED!
Jessie Kabwila, spokesperson for the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), has been arrested in Lilongwe.
Chimwendo ARRESTED !
Police in Lilongwe have arrested Richard Chimwendo Banda, Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Secretary General.
BREAKING: Vitumbiko Mumba arrested!
Vitumbiko Mumba, former Minister of Trade and MCP running mate, has been arrested by police in Lilongwe. He was arrested at his Area 47 residence around 11:30 am and taken to Lingadzi Police Station. The arrest is believed to be connected to comments Mumba made at a press briefing after the September 16 general elections,…
Umodzi Party speaks against FISP shortcomings
Umodzi Party President Thomas Kaumba has expressed grave concern over the Farm Subsidy Input Program’s failure, accusing local authorities of being corrupt.
“A black city” Power blackouts hit Lilongwe
The Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi has reported of widespread power outages in Lilongwe City due to heavy rains and strong winds.