Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Malawi Voice
Published on 2024-03-13 07:01:15
The extradition hearing involving Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife, Mary, is a matter of great interest and controversy. The hearing began on Monday and is set to continue today at 11 am. The South African government, represented by Sibongile Mzinyathi, the Director of Public Prosecution for Gauteng Province, has officially presented the extradition request before Magistrate Matilda Chimwaza at Lilongwe Magistrate Court.
The proceedings have been eventful so far, with the defense team led by Lawyer Wapona Kita cross examining the witness and raising crucial points. One of the key revelations is that the extradition document presented in court differs from the original request submitted to the Malawian government in 2020. The defense has pointed out several instances that suggest the document has been doctored and tampered with.
Another significant development is the revelation that out of the 13 offences that the Bushiris are accused of in South Africa, 10 of them may not be extraditable under Malawian laws. The defense team plans to challenge the remaining three charges as well, arguing that they too may not meet the criteria for extradition.
In a surprising twist, Mzinyathi informed the court that Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife, Mary, did not benefit from the alleged R106 million that led to their arrest in October 2020. This raises questions about the basis for their extradition, as it is argued that they cannot be extradited to face charges for a crime they did not commit.
As the case unfolds, it is clear that there are complex legal issues at play. The defense team is working diligently to challenge the extradition request and protect the rights of their clients. The fate of Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and Mary hangs in the balance as the hearing continues today with the continued cross examination of Mzinyathi.
The case has attracted widespread attention and sparked debate about the extradition process and the rights of individuals facing criminal charges in different countries. As the legal battle unfolds, the world watches with bated breath to see how the situation will evolve and what the final outcome will be for Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife, Mary.
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