Lilongwe woman arrested for scalding husband over dispute of hiring housemaid

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The Malawi Police in Lilongwe at Area 23 have arrested 34-year-old Bernadetta Awali for allegedly pouring boiling water on her husband, Yamikani Jonasi, following a domestic dispute over hiring a maid.

According to police, the couple, who have been married for seven years, had been arguing after Jonasi insisted that they engage domestic help.

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The suspect is said to have raised concerns that Bernadetta was struggling to balance household responsibilities with her business commitments.

However, Awali reportedly rejected the idea, fearing that her husband might become involved with the maid—an insecurity she linked to their own relationship history.

Awali previously worked as a maid, and Jonasi left his former wife to be with her, a situation that authorities say contributed to her distrust.

The disagreement escalated on the day of the incident, with Awali allegedly assaulting her husband by pulling his private parts before scalding him with boiling water.

Jonasi sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving treatment at Kamuzu Central Hospital, where medical officials describe his condition as extremely painful but stable.

Police have confirmed that Awali is in custody and will be charged once investigations are complete.

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Two arrested over Partners in Hope hospital accountant Peter Mzungu’s murder

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Lilongwe police have arrested Limbanazo Chikalipo, 20, for allegedly killing Peter Mzungu, 50, an accountant at Partners in Hope hospital.

According to Lilongwe Police spokesperson Hastings Chigalu, police also recovered a Lenovo laptop, its laptop bag, and other items that were stolen at the time Mzungu was attacked.

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Chigalu says following the incident on 27 November,2025, police launched an investigation that led them to Blessings Chitukula, 19, and Medson Nackyon, 35.

He says the two suspects were found in possession of items stolen on the day Mzungu was attacked.

“When questioned by police about the source of the items, they admitted to purchasing them from Chikalipo,”says Chagalu.

He adds that after Chikalipo was arrested, he confessed to stealing the items from Mzungu after assaulting him with a metal object to the head.

Mzungu passed away on 1 December,2025 while receiving treatment at the same Partners in Hope hospital.

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Two arrested over Partners in Hope hospital accountant Peter Mzungu’s murder

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Lilongwe police have arrested Limbanazo Chikalipo, 20, for allegedly killing Peter Mzungu, 50, an accountant at Partners in Hope hospital.

According to Lilongwe Police spokesperson Hastings Chigalu, police also recovered a Lenovo laptop, its laptop bag, and other items that were stolen at the time Mzungu was attacked.

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Chigalu says following the incident on 27 November,2025, police launched an investigation that led them to Blessings Chitukula, 19, and Medson Nackyon, 35.

He says the two suspects were found in possession of items stolen on the day Mzungu was attacked.

“When questioned by police about the source of the items, they admitted to purchasing them from Chikalipo,”says Chagalu.

He adds that after Chikalipo was arrested, he confessed to stealing the items from Mzungu after assaulting him with a metal object to the head.

Mzungu passed away on 1 December,2025 while receiving treatment at the same Partners in Hope hospital.

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Lilongwe’s teen girl arrested for stabbing boyfriend to death

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Girl, 18, arrested for stabbing boyfriend to death in Lilongwe

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi Police at Area 3 station in Lilongwe are keeping in custody Prisca Leman, 18 years old for allegedly stabbing to death her boyfriend, Kingsley Magombo, aged 25, using a pair of scissors following a quarrel.

According to Lilongwe Police Spokesperson Inspector Hestings Chigalu,the incident occurred on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at around 06:00 hours at Katantha Village in Area 38.

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Chigalu added that on the fateful day, after spending a night together at a drinking joint in Kaphiri, the two proceeded to the deceased’s home, where he operated a shebeen.

Upon arrival, the deceased’s mother confronted the suspect, demanding that she leave the premises immediately, saying she was not pleased with the relationship between her son and the suspect.

However, both Kingsley and Prisca allegedly ignored the confrontation and entered the makeshift tent.

A few minutes later, a fight broke out between the two, during which Prisca is said to have produced a pair of scissors and stabbed Kingsley in the chest.

He was rushed to Kamuzu Central Hospital, where he was pronounced dead upon arrival.

Medical personnel confirmed that his death resulted from excessive loss of blood.

Following the incident, police swiftly intervened to rescue the suspect from an angry mob that had descended on her home to avenge Kingsley’s death.

Prisca Leman will appear in court to answer a case of murder.

The suspect comes from Jomcho Village, Traditional Authority (T.A) Mazengera, in Lilongwe District.

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Former Chief Secretary Colleen Zamba faces 14-day ultimatum in misconduct case

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Former Presidential Secretary and Minister, Colleen Zamba, has been given a fourteen-day window to formally respond to a case that a government agency has initiated against her.

The allegations levelled against her centre on claims that she exercised her authority in ways that contravened established procedures and regulations.

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The government has instructed the court registry to issue a summons requiring Zamba to appear before the court and clarify the basis on which she stands accused.

Her legal team has already moved to secure bail, asking the court to release her while the matter proceeds through the judicial system.

The case is expected to gather momentum as both the prosecution and defence prepare to outline their positions before the court in the coming days.

Legal observers suggest that the matter will attract significant public interest due to Zamba’s political prominence and her past roles at the highest levels of government.

The judiciary has assured that updates will be provided as the situation develops, emphasising the importance of transparency and adherence to the rule of law when handling cases involving senior public figures.

Zamba’s response within the stipulated fourteen days will shape the direction of the legal process, potentially leading to further hearings or new applications from either side as the case advances.

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Former Chief Secretary Colleen Zamba granted bail in abuse of office case

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Chief Resident Magistrate Austin Banda has granted bail to former Secretary to the Cabinet, Colleen Zamba.

One of the conditions of her bail is that she pledges her house property in Area 43 as bond and provides sureties.

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Zamba appeared in court to face charges of abusing her office between 2022 and 2023.

According to the charge sheet, she allegedly misused her position by recruiting 300 individuals without following proper procedures.

In addition to pledging her property, Zamba has been ordered to report to the National Headquarters in Area 30 once every fortnight, starting from December 15.

She is also required to surrender her travel documents to ensure she does not leave the country without court authorization.

Zamba was arrested on Wednesday at Kamuzu International Airport while preparing to travel to Switzerland to attend her daughter’s graduation.

The case remains ongoing as investigations continue, and Zamba is expected to comply fully with all bail conditions while awaiting further proceedings in court.

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