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British Auditor Kidnapped in Blantyre, Malawi
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Kidnapping of Nusrat Osman
On September 11, 2026, Nusrat Osman, a 47-year-old British mother of two who worked for a local auditing firm, was seized from her home in the Mount Pleasant suburb of Blantyre at around 12:30 pm. Four men in a grey Nissan Dualis (registration CA 6956) carried out the daylight abduction. Police have said the motive remains unknown and that the kidnappers have not contacted the victim’s family or authorities.
Police Investigation and Public Appeal
The Malawi Police Service (MPS) launched an intensive search, sending SMS alerts to the public and urging anyone with information about Osman or the suspect vehicle to come forward. The police emphasized that all tips will be kept confidential. A reward of MK 30 million (approximately £12,600) has been offered for credible information leading to Osman’s rescue and the perpetrators’ prosecution.
Official Reactions
- Senior Superintendent Gladys Chiwaula, MPS Public Relations Officer, announced the reward and the confidentiality of tips.
- Atupele Muluzi, president of the United Democratic Front, condemned the kidnapping on Facebook, describing the rise in abductions as a grave concern for all residents.
- A spokesperson for the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) confirmed that the British government is aware of the reports and is in contact with Malawian authorities.
- Osman’s husband expressed anguish, stating he does not know where his wife is and emphasizing that she has “no issues with anyone.”
Verbatim Quotes
- “The MPS is offering a reward of MK30 million to any person who provides credible information that directly leads to the successful rescue of the victim and the arrest, prosecution and conviction of the perpetrators,” — Senior Superintendent Gladys Chiwaula
What’s Next
The MPS continues to solicit information from the public while maintaining the MK 30 million reward. No further details about the suspects or a timeline for a possible rescue have been released, and the investigation remains ongoing.