Gilbert Khonyongwa

Gilbert Khonyongwa

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Gilbert Khonyongwa is a lawyer representing Alfred Gangata, known for his assertive defense strategies, particularly questioning the necessity of an ambulance used to transport Gangata to court.

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Legal Affairs Committee chairperson Gilbert Khonyongwa admitted his committee had received no word regarding the decision to discontinue the case against Lin.

Convicted wildlife trafficker walks free days after bail rejected — as top prosecutor’s past ties to accused spark storm - Featured News Malawi
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2026-09-23
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Gilbert Khonyongwa, chairperson of Parliament’s legal affairs committee, expressed that lawmakers have been left largely in the dark regarding the relocation row.

Tension at MEC as police interrogate top official amid financial mismanagement probe - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2026-07-25
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Gilbert Khonyongwa presented a damning report exposing the shocking state of police infrastructure across the country.

Chimwendo demands more cash for cops as Malawi plans new police regions - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2026-07-16
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Gilbert Khonyongwa is the chairperson of Parliament’s Legal Affairs Committee who confirmed the lack of constitutional power to stop the DPP from discontinuing criminal cases.

Parliament admits it cannot stop DPP from dropping criminal cases anyhow - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2026-07-10
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Gilbert Khonyongwa is the chair of the Legal Affairs Committee of Parliament.

ANALYSIS | War for CDF: Inside Parliament’s Silent Battle Over Power, Process and the People - Malawi Nyasa Times
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2026-01-14
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Gilbert Khonyongwa, chairperson of the Legal Affairs Committee, dismissed concerns about MPs' involvement in procurement.

Legal Affairs Committee Under Fire for ‘Constitutional Vandalism’ in CDF Bill - Malawi Nyasa Times
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2025-12-03
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Gilbert Khonyongwa played down the tensions, saying consultations were 'generally cordial'.

Tempers Boil as MPs Push for Power Over CDF Despite Legal, Constitutional Warnings - Malawi Nyasa Times
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2025-12-01
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Gilbert Khonyongwa, Chisale’s lawyer, told MIJ Online that his client’s attendance was vital due to the meeting’s exclusive focus on youth political leadership.

Chisale Back in Court Today Over Unexplained Wealth Charges - Malawi Nyasa Times
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2025-05-09
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Khonyongwa raised questions about the necessity of the ambulance, considering Gangata was not known to be ill.

Gangata’s Court Drama: From Ambulance Claims, Changing Courts to Evidence Tampering Allegations – A Legal Farce Unfolds - Malawi Nyasa Times
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2025-03-19
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