The high court also issues arrest warrants for fugitives Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary



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Shepherd Bushiri and his wife, Mary.

Shepherd Bushiri and his wife, Mary.

The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has issued arrest warrants for the self-proclaimed prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary, who fled South Africa and left for their home country of Malawi last week.

The Bushiri broke their bail conditions when they left under mysterious circumstances.

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The orders were issued Tuesday, the Hawks said in a statement Wednesday morning.

“South Africa has initiated legal proceedings to ensure the extradition of the fugitives,” said Hawks spokesman Katlego Mogale.

Bushiri and his wife face charges of fraud and money laundering.

This is a developing story. More information to follow.

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