Madonna Adoption Dad Shocked By Ruling

Report by Sky news. 

The man who claims to be the father of Madonna's new adopted child says he did not expect the star to get his daughter.

The singer was given permission by a Malawian court to adopt four-year-old Mercy James on Friday, and is expected to take custody of the girl later on Sunday or Monday.

It is understood most members of Mercy's family agree with the decision.

But James Kambewa said he wanted to look after his child.

"I did not expect this outcome. I did not think the court would rule in this way," he said.

"Right now I do not know what to do so I'm keeping quiet.

"I will have to sit down with my people and strategise on the way forward but right now I have not decided on my next course of action."

He added: "My last word is that if my efforts fail I wish my daughter the best of luck and it is my prayer she would be well looked after."

Mr Kambewa admitted last month he had never met his daughter and has only seen her picture in newspapers and on television.

Madonna's initial attempt to adopt the girl was blocked by Malawian authorities because she had not lived in the country for 18 months.

Officials said that meant they had not been given time to assess her suitability as a parent.

However, that decision was reversed last week.

The country's Supreme Court of Appeal said the decision by a lower court was a narrow interpretation of old laws.

The star already has one adopted Malawian son, David Banda.