Malawi continues to repatriate its citizens from from South Africa in the wake of xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals. The pictures by Petros Mkandawire of state-run Malawi News Agency tells it all.
Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre is the arrival centre of all those returning to Malawi.
Top government officials welcoming the returnees
Upon arrival at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre, the returnees are welcomed by top government officials. In the picture Foreign Affairs Minister Dr George Chaponda (left in sunglasses) was among those welcoming the returnees
Buses arrive with returnees in Malawi
Almost all the returnees are repatriated using buses hired by the Malawi Government and well-wishers.
Harrowing stories of suffering
Treating pregnant women with dignity is a fundamental human right. It encompasses the right to bodily autonomy, respectful maternity care, and protection from all forms of discrimination or mistreatment. Every expectant mother deserves safe, compassionate support throughout her pregnancy and childbirth. But the vigilantes in South Africa never considered the plight of Amina Bwanali who gave birth at a camp as she was denied access to a health facility.