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Malawi Law Society Joins Parliamentary Oversight Battle | Malawi News
The Malawi Law Society is stepping into a high-stakes legal battle as a “friend of the court,” defending Parliament’s right to form investigative committees amid a constitutional tug-of-war with the Executive. The case, sparked by a citizen’s judicial review, challenges a court injunction halting the Speaker’s move to create 12 special oversight panels — designed to scrutinize government operations. With deep implications for separation of powers, accountability, and the rule of law, the society argues this isn’t just about procedure — it’s about preserving democratic checks. As lawyers and…
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