The Lilongwe Chief Resident Magistrate Court has scheduled the hearing for the South African extradition application of Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary to start on March 11, 2024.
The South African government, represented by the state, requested a case adjournment as the Monday commencement faced complications in booking flights for the state witness, Sibongire Mzinyathi, Director of Public Prosecution for Geutang province.
Chief State Advocate Dzikondianthu Malunda, confirming the development to MIJ Online, stated that the state has always been prepared to prosecute the extradition application.
In response, Wapona Kita, the lawyer for the Bushiris, expressed no objection to the ruling, emphasizing his clients’ desire to swiftly conclude the matter.
However, Chief Resident Magistrate Madalitso Chimwaza denied the defense’s suggestion for the state to cover court costs, stating that each party is responsible for their incurred expenses.
Shepherd Bushiri and his wife are sought by the South African government for fraud charges.
