Malawi signs extradition papers for prophet Shepherd Bushiri
A self proclaimed prophet and controversial millionaire Shepherd Bushiri could be extradited from his native country of Malawi to South Africa where he is wanted on money laundering, theft and fraud charges. On Monday, Malawi’s government agreed to South Africa’s request to extradite Bushiri and his wife, Mary, to face trial in South African courts. The fugitive pair skipped bail in South Africa last month and returned to Malawi, claiming they fled because their lives were in danger and they would not have a fair trial. Malawi’s Information Minister and government spokesperson Gospel Kazako said on Monday the documents for the pair’s extradition had been signed by his Homeland Security Minister Richard Chimwendo Banda. Kazako stressed, however, that it was up to the courts to decide whether Bushiri and his wife should be arrested and sent to South Africa. Should an arrest warrant be issued in Malawi, the pair will likely face justice in Malawi first and then will possibly be returned