Malawi President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has pardoned Former director of Information Gideon Munthali.
Munthali is among the 49 prisoners pardoned by President Chakwera during Easter celebrations a week ago.
Munthali’s lawyer Chrispine Mndala confirmed to Nation Online a short while ago about the development.
“Yes I can confirm that my client is now out and that is all I can say now,” said Mndala
Munthali was arrested alongside former Minister of Information Henry Mussa in connection with the disappearance of 10 computers and a genset donated to the ministry by Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (Macra).
He was convicted in October 2022 of conspiracy to commit a felony, theft by public servant and receiving stolen items.
