Fahad Assan
MalawipoliticianMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Fahad Assan is a prominent Malawian lawyer and former minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, known for his expertise in constitutional law. He played a crucial role in drafting Malawi's Constitution and has been an advocate for upholding its principles. Recently, he has raised concerns about the proposed constitutional amendment regarding the Constituency Development Fund (CDF), arguing that it violates the doctrine of separation of powers and undermines established legal frameworks for managing public finances.
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Fahad Assan, a former Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, criticized the sidelining of vice-presidents in Malawi's governance.
Legal Experts Slam Marginalisation of Vice-Presidents, Call Practice ‘Morally Wrong’ and a Waste of Public Resources - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-22
Former minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Fahad Assan stated that the proposed amendment is unnecessary and constitutionally suspect.
CSOs Warn Mutharika: Signing CDF Bill Would Legalise Constitutional Vandalism and Parliamentary Greed - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-19
