Police Bail in Malawi: “Free by Law, Costly in Practice”

An investigative analysis by Suleman Chitera The Malawi Police Service consistently maintains that police bail is free. This position is echoed in public statements, press briefings, and civic education campaigns.…

Where Has Justice Gone?

Inside Malawi’s Uneven Justice System By Suleman Chitera | Malawi Freedom Network Malawi’s justice system is under intense scrutiny as new findings reveal deep inconsistencies in how offences are treated,…

In Malawi’s Courts and Prisons, the Poor With Minor Cases Suffer the Most

Poor inmates with minor cases rot in cells By Suleman Chitera In Malawi’s justice system, poverty often decides who walks free and who remains behind bars. While the Constitution promises…

Malawians Demand Accountability, Not Mercy, for Alleged MCP Political Violence

By Suleman Chitera A growing wave of public sentiment across Malawi is calling for strong accountability measures against individuals allegedly linked to acts of political intimidation and violence under the…

Investigative Report: Attack on Honourable Grace Kwelepeta’s Car Exposes Atrocities Under Chakwera’s MCP Rule

By Suleman Chitera A Parliament Under Siege What should have been the safest ground for lawmakers—the Parliament of Malawi—was turned into a zone of intimidation during the regime of outgoing…

Police Yet to Arrest Suspects in Lilongwe Demonstration Violence

The Malawi Police Service has confirmed that no arrests have been made so far in connection with the violence that erupted during Wednesday’s demonstrations in Lilongwe, but assured the public…

Opinion: Why Did Malawi’s Security Forces Watch as Citizens Were Attacked?

Opinion By Suleman Chitera, Chiradzulu, based political commentator The images and testimonies from the recent demonstrations in Lilongwe are nothing short of disturbing. Peaceful citizens, including organizers like Sylvester Namiwa,…

Corruption exposed: Controversial Kawale Police roadblock suspended after embarrassing incident

By Burnett Munthali For weeks, motorists in Lilongwe have voiced frustration over an early morning police roadblock that had become a fixture at ShareWorld in Kawale, often starting as early…

On the use of live bullets by Malawi Police Service Against Hon. Brenda Saidi: Exclusive interview with Rick Dzida

By Burnett Munthali Welcome Remarks: Thank you, Mr. Rick Dzida, for agreeing to share your insights on this troubling issue. The incident involving Hon. Brenda Saidi is both heartbreaking and…

Opinion: Malawi Police, a force of oppression, not protection

By Burnett Munthali The actions of the Malawi Police Service have once again left a stain on our nation’s conscience, and this time the wound is deeper than ever. The…

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