Michael Kaiyatsa
Michael Kaiyatsa is a prominent human rights advocate and member of the Centre for Human Rights and Rehabilitation in Malawi, who has called for greater transparency in the presidential pardon process following the controversial release of convicted wildlife traffickers.
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Michael Kaiyatsa questioned whether the Vice Presidency is being institutionally respected.
VPs Sidelined as Mutharika Turns to Ministers for Key State Duties - Malawi Nyasa Times
Malawi· 2026-05-31
Michael Kaiyatsa is the Chairperson of the Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC).
HRDC Fires Warning: Silence the Threats Against Kamangira — Or Admit Democracy Is Under Siege - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-20
Michael Kaiyatsa is the leader of the provisional governing body of HRDC that has been ordered to cease operations.
Civil War Erupts in HRDC as Splinter Group Demands AGM - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-16
Michael Kaiyatsa, Executive Director of the Centre for Human Rights and Rehabilitation (CHRR), emphasized that African leaders must prioritize the protection of their citizens from being drafted into foreign conflicts.
39TH AU Summit: Malawi CSOs call on Africa to unite against deceptive recruitment schemes - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-09
Michael Kaiyatsa, the HRDC chairperson, warned that Malawi is drifting into a dangerous pattern of selective justice and economic cruelty.
HRDC Warns Malawi Is Sliding Into Economic Repression and Political Fear - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-30National Anti-Corruption Alliance chairperson Michael Kaiyatsa warned that the delays risk undermining public trust in the entire process.
Blame Game as ACB Boss Recruitment Stalls - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-29
Michael Kaiyatsa was equally scathing, warning that the findings expose abuse of power and entrenched impunity within law enforcement.
Protectors Turned Predators: Police Named Malawi’s Top Human Rights Abusers in Explosive NSO Report - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-18
Michael Kaiyatsa argued that the criminal justice system failed to address unlawful detention effectively.
Legal Experts Savage Judiciary Handling of Chimwendo Case, Warn of Dangerous Collapse of Rule of Law - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-17
Michael Kaiyatsa of the Centre for Human Rights and Rehabilitation added that without clear oversight mechanisms and technical capacity at local level, mismanagement was inevitable.
Malawi’s constitutional standoff – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2026-01-16
The petition is signed by CHRR Executive Director Michael Kaiyatsa.
Will Mutharika Sign or Stop It? President Weighs Fate of Controversial CDF Constitutional Bill - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-23
Michael Kaiyatsa warned about the risks of breaching constitutional protections of privacy and confidentiality regarding health data.
Malawi faces tough choices in $740 million health deal with the US - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-19
Governance advocate Michael Kaiyatsa voiced concerns about the commitment behind the system.
Turning Point or Tired Cycle? Questions Emerge Over Malawi’s New Reform System - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-12
Michael Kaiyatsa highlighted the institutional failure regarding the road's deterioration despite revenue collection.
Tollgate Billions Collected, But M1 Remains a Death Trap - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-06
Centre for Human Rights and Rehabilitation Executive Director Michael Kaiyatsa agreed that Admarc is becoming a price setter in the wrong way.
Admarc Maize Price Jumps by Over 60 Percent - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-06
Michael Kaiyatsa, chairperson of the Human Rights Defenders Coalition, warned that Chihana’s frequent movements undermine government austerity measures.
Chihana’s Second VP Office Running on Zero Funding Yet Travels Keep Mounting - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-01
Michael Kaiyatsa, the executive director of CHRR, criticized the current political financing system in Malawi as a conflict of interest.
CSOs expose Malawi’s broken political financing system — and demand a fix Parliament fears - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-29
Michael Kaiyatsa, the executive director of CHRR, highlighted the lack of accountability in political financing.
UDF Stands Out as Only Party Meeting Financing Rules Amid Widespread Violations - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-29Michael Kaiyatsa is the Chairperson of the Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) who warned that the bill threatens accountability and governance.
NAP, CSAT, HRDC condemn bill seeking legislators control over CDF - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-22
Michael Kaiyatsa added that the political incentive to control CDF remains high.
MPs in Desperate Push to Reclaim CDF Control as Mutharika Administration Looks the Other Way - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-19
Michael Kaiyatsa, Executive Director of CHRR, said the vetting is welcome if done transparently and with strict objectivity.
Chithyola Warns DPP: Don’t Kill MCP initiated Projects in the Name of ‘Vetting’ - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-17
NACA Chairperson Michael Kaiyatsa urged Suleiman to act decisively and use his powerful new position to reopen the inquiry.
Restart the Fertilizer Scandal Inquiry, Governance Group Demands Parliament - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-03
NACA Chairperson Michael Kaiyatsa urged Suleiman to act decisively and use his powerful new position to reopen the inquiry.
Restart the Fertilizer Scandal Inquiry, Governance Group Demands Parliament - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-03Michael Kaiyatsa is the executive director of the Centre for Human Rights and Rehabilitation.
Six Months Later, Malawi’s CDF in Limbo: Communities Wait, Funds Risk Abuse - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-10-29NACA Chairperson Michael Kaiyatsa charged that Chamkakala's actions are a direct attack on justice and accountability.
Rot at the Top? NACA Tears Into DPP Chamkakala, Police, and Chakwera Over Collapsing Anti-Corruption Fight - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-17
Michael Kaiyatsa warned about the need for a legal obligation to publish pardon reports to ensure transparency.
Chakwera Slammed for Pardoning Chinese Wildlife Kingpins: “A Betrayal of Malawi’s Conservation Fight” - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-07-07
