Malawi: Immigration staff threaten to stage nationwide strike from June 6

Officers from the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services in Malawi have threatened to launch an indefinite strike beginning June 6. The action follows the expiry of an ultimatum to the Ministry of Homeland Security demanding the dismissal of Department Head Charles Kalumo over allegations of maladministration. Organizers have reportedly informed various airlines and transport groups of the strike, which will impact immigration services at all airports and land border crossings nationwide.

Government officials claim the strike is illegal and have threatened to arrest any participating officers. Organizers said they would resume work immediately if the government addressed their demands. Unless averted, the action will almost certainly result in delays at airports and land border crossings. Related protests may occur; heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near demonstrations, mainly at airports and land border crossings. Lingering disruptions are possible once regular services resume due to potential backlogs.