Malawi Police Confirm Egyptian Deputy Ambassador Ahmed Beaten in Lilongwe Attack
Deputy Ambassador Ahmed was rushed to Kamuzu Central Hospital with multiple bruises and a broken rib. The assault took place on the morning of 12 March in a quiet street outside the embassy compound. Police have confirmed the attack and are treating the victim in intensive care. The incident raises concerns about diplomatic security in Malawi and signals a potential escalation in regional tensions.
What Happened in Lilongwe on 12 March
On 12 March, Deputy Ambassador Ahmed was walking toward the Egyptian embassy when he was confronted by a group of three men who brandished a single knife and a plastic bag. Witnesses reported that the attackers used a white motorcycle to flee the scene. Ahmed sustained a broken rib, multiple bruises, and a laceration on his left cheek. He was immediately taken to Kamuzu Central Hospital, where doctors confirmed that he requires a 48‑hour observation period. The police recovered a discarded bag from the motorcycle that contained a small packet of hand‑cuffs. The Nyasa Times reports that the attack began at 09:15 local time, and the assailants were seen leaving the area on the motorcycle. The
Despite being one of the world’s safest cities for tourists, Lilongwe ranks in the top 10 African capitals for reported assaults on foreign diplomats, a paradox that surprises many security analysts.
