Bushiri news

You're referring to Shepherd Bushiri, a Malawian pastor and businessman who is the founder of the Enlightened Christian Gathering (ECG) church. He has been in the news for various reasons, including allegations of fraud, money laundering, and other financial irregularities.

Here are some recent news articles and updates about Shepherd Bushiri:

  1. Fraud and money laundering allegations: In 2018, Bushiri was arrested in South Africa and charged with fraud and money laundering. He was accused of defrauding his followers of millions of rand and laundering the money through various businesses. He was later released on bail.
  2. Extradition to Malawi: In 2020, Bushiri was arrested again in South Africa and extradited to Malawi, where he was charged with fraud and money laundering. He was denied bail and is currently being held in prison.
  3. Court hearings: Bushiri's trial has been ongoing in Malawi, with several court hearings taking place. In one of the hearings, the prosecution presented evidence of Bushiri's alleged fraudulent activities, including fake bank statements and forged documents.
  4. Supporters' protests: Bushiri's supporters have been protesting outside the court, demanding his release and claiming that he is being unfairly targeted. The protests have sometimes turned violent, with police using tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowds.
  5. Financial irregularities: An investigation by the Malawian government found that Bushiri's church had irregular financial transactions, including large cash withdrawals and suspicious transactions. The investigation also found that Bushiri had used church funds to buy luxury properties and cars.
  6. International connections: Bushiri has been accused of having connections to international criminal networks and using his church as a front for money laundering and other illegal activities. He has denied these allegations.

These are just a few of the recent news articles and updates about Shepherd Bushiri. The case is ongoing, and it will be interesting to see how it unfolds in the coming months.