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Law and order, Malawi

Blantyre woman Charlotte Botha arrested for online fraud

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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-A 20-year-old woman, Charlotte Botha, has been arrested by police in Blantyre for allegedly engaging in online fraud.

Botha is accused of using her mobile phone to deceive multiple individuals, including influential people, by claiming to have had sexual relationships with them and demanding money in exchange for silence.

Preliminary investigations have revealed WhatsApp conversations allegedly linked to the fraudulent activities, with Botha using fake identities and impersonating individuals, including someone associated with the Mikozi social media page.

The authorities believe the activities were systematic, given the number of alleged victims.

Botha has appeared in court, denied the charges, and her case has been adjourned to February 6 for hearing. The act is contrary to Section 92 of the Electronic Transactions and Cyber Security Act.

Doris Mwitha, Deputy Public Relations Officer, warned the public about the risks of online interactions and advised people to be cautious when sharing personal information or sending money to individuals.

This case highlights the growing concern over online fraud in Malawi, with authorities urging the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities.

The police have not disclosed the identities of the alleged victims, citing privacy reasons.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to identify and bring to justice those involved in similar activities.

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PIL supports Blantyre Police CCTV initiative

Maravi Post Reporter

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Petroleum Importers Limited (PIL) has supported the initiative by Blantyre Police Station to install CCTV cameras in and around Blantyre City with two 43-inch UDH monitors and power beam transmitters worth K3 million.

Speaking during the handover ceremony on Thursday, PIL’s Finance and Administration Manager, Kambani Mchiela said management felt duty-bound to support the initiative considering increased criminal activity within Blantyre CBD and in various locations around the city.

“The introduction of security cameras acts as both a deterrent and a tool for investigating crime within the city. This will ultimately result in the reduction of crime as well as lead to successful conviction of criminals.”

“We believe that the donation we are making today towards this initiative will contribute to a safer and more secure business environment for our stakeholders, employees, and the public within the city. We believe that a safe and secure environment is a prerequisite for success for any business,” said Mchiela.  

Representing Blantyre Police at the event, Superintendent Jackson Silungwe thanked PIL for the timely response which he believes symbolises the great passion the company has for working with the Malawi Police Service in crime and traffic management.

“The donation that we are receiving today, will assist in the monitoring of crime and traffic in the city.   Our belief is that by putting up these cameras, robbery cases that were rampant will easily be managed, traffic congestion will easily be monitored and Police will have little challenges in managing crime,” said Silungwe.

Blantyre Police plans to install 50 cameras to help create a safe and secure environment for all the residents and business operators in the city, especially in the crime hotspot areas

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NBM gives security cameras to Blantyre Police

Maravi Post Reporter

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Plc has donated five security cameras worth MK8.1 million to Blantyre Police as they plan to enhance security in the city.

Earlier this year, Blantyre Police launched an initiative to install surveillance cameras in Blantyre City.

Speaking during the handover ceremony at the bank’s head office in Blantyre on Wednesday, NBM Chief Financial Officer, Masauko Katsala said the Bank is geared to collaborate more with the Malawi Police Service (MPS) to help them carry out their duties effectively.

”As ‘The Bank of the Nation’ we are very much aware that security and peace is one of the prerequisites for conducting business, so, we cannot run business effectively or successfully if there is no security and peace, therefore security comes as a priority,” said Katsala.

Blantyre Police Officer-in-Charge, Deputy Commissioner of Police Obrey Nyirenda expressed gratitude to NBM for the donation saying it will go a long way towards the drive of combating crime in the city.

“We are moving in the right direction though we haven’t yet installed the CCTV cameras in Blantyre CBD, we have procured and secured some of the gadgets, so as we are now receiving this donation we know that our drive towards crime and traffic management will be done in a manner that we want it to be to make Blantyre a secure city,” said Nyirenda.

He however assured residents that cameras will not be used to infringe on people’s rights but for security surveillance purposes only.

Blantyre Police plans to plant about 50 cameras in the city to monitor every hotspot area rolling out in the next two months

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FDH gives Blantyre Police MK3m to boost crime fight

Maravi Post Reporter

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-FDH Bank Plc has donated MK3 million to Blantyre Police Station to support the installation of an enhanced technology security system to boost the fight against crime in Blantyre City.

In his speech during the handover ceremony in Blantyre on Tuesday, the Bank’s Managing Director, Noel Mkulichi said as a leading financial institution and digital bank, FDH Bank Plc supports and promotes the adoption and use of technology in various sectors of the economy.

“We are pleased with the efforts by the Malawi Police Service to boost security and fight crime through enhanced technological security systems. FDH Bank applauds the Malawi Police Service and the Government for this initiative and the Bank commits to continue working with the Malawi Police Service and the Government in various ways that promote security and create a conducive operating environment for our customers, the business community, and the general public,” said Mkulichi.

Blantyre Police Officer-in-Charge, Deputy Commissioner of Police Obrey Nyirenda hailed FDH Bank for the support saying they plan to install security cameras in Blantyre Central Business District (CBD) that will assist to monitor activities from the control room at the station.

“We are very grateful for the timely support which will help us a lot in the process of installation of the Cameras for crime monitoring. We are very much sure that the good working relationship that is between Police and FDH Bank will continue for the benefit of all Malawians,” said Nyirenda.

Recently, the Bank also supported a similar cause at Limbe Police with cameras and monitors.