The High Court of Malawi, Commercial Division,on Thursday ruled in favor of Executive Director(ED) of Salima Sugar Company Limited(SSCL),Wester Kosamu, stating that the defendants, who claimed to be the board of directors, have no authority to remove him from his position.
Justice Masauko Msungama said that only the company’s shareholders have the power to remove Kosamu, and they must act through a simple majority resolution.
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The court also nullified the resolution to remove Kosamu and the appointment of new signatories to the company’s bank accounts.
Commenting on the court’s decision,Kosamu expressed his relief, saying:”Sometimes justice must not just be done, but be seen to be done.”
The ruling comes after Kosamu obtained a court injunction in December last year, restraining the board from firing him.
Silver Strikers have taken a significant lead in the TNM Super League standings, opening up a five-point gap at the top of the league table after a 0-0 draw against FCB Nyasa Big Bullets at Silver Stadium on Saturday.
With 58 points from 26 matches, Silver Strikers are now in a strong position, while second-placed Mighty Mukuru Wanderers have 53 points from the same number of matches.
As the season enters its final stretch, it is clear that the title race is now a two-horse contest between Silver Strikers and Wanderers.
The two teams are set to face each other next month in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
In addition to their clash with Wanderers, Silver Strikers will also face Baka City, Premier Bet Dedza Dynamos, and Fomo FC, while Wanderers will take on Mafco, Moyale Barracks, and Creck Sporting Club.
Meanwhile, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets are now out of the running for the title, trailing Silver Strikers by 13 points despite having a game in hand.
On 21 July, 2018, the then UTM President who was also Malawi Vice President Dr Saulos Klaus Chilima launched the party at the magnificent ceremony which took place at Masintha Ground in the capital city Lilongwe.
During the launch, Chilima unpacked the mission statement, vision and aspirations.
During the launch there were pillars of the party who were destined to as possible members to takeover the party .
Little did Chilima who was commonly and famously known as SKC knew that some one dishonest people will mortgadge the party to strangers.
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All people who surrounded the SKC are all away from the executive Committee. The institutional memory is gone with the coming in of arrogant leaders led by Dalitso Kabambe.
PEOPLE FROM CENTRAL REGION ALSO SNUBBED
The people from the central region are all out of power. These include former director of women ,Anne Makuta, Director of Welfare a Banda, and Mr Kambala all are not even closer to the new leadership.
DPP PROJECT
Its now no longer secret that this arrangement is purely the DPP project and this is the end of the road for the once strong UTM.
National Advocacy Platform (NAP) has condemned the stoning of Minister of Information and Digitalization Moses Kunkuyu’s convoy that happened Ndirande in Blantyre saying this represents an alarming escalation of lawlessness and political intolerance.
In a press statement which NAP chairperson Benedicto Kondowe and NAP National Coordinator Baxton Nkhoma jointly signed expressed concern about deliberate creation of “no-go-zones” which undermines the fundamental principles of democracy including freedom of movement, association as well as political participation.
“These violent acts are an affront to Malawi’s Constitution and international human rights commitments, signaling an alarming shift towards political intolerance and lawlessness,” reads part of the statement.
NAP is also pleading with Peace and Unity Commission to take a bold step as the Commission’s failure to address rising political tension risks violence and destabilizing electrol process, leaving a dangerous vacuum in peace building efforts.
The grouping therefore calls President Lazarus Chakwera to showcase Presidential leadership in urgently and publicly condemning acts of political violence to reinforce Malawi’s commitment to peace and democracy.
NAP is also calling President Chakwera to act by arresting and prosecuting perpetuators, act on impartial policing, proactive peace mediation, among others.
In a thought-provoking post on a widely followed WhatsApp platform, political commentator Oldman Malinga has made strong recommendations for the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to reconsider its leadership in light of the upcoming 2025 elections. Malinga, known for his candid views on Malawian politics, has suggested that Peter Mutharika, the current leader of DPP, is no longer the right person to lead the party into the future.
Malinga’s critique centers on Mutharika’s inability to remain actively engaged in the political landscape. He labels Mutharika as the “weakest link” in the party, pointing to the former president’s age and health as factors that inhibit his capacity to actively lead. According to Malinga, for DPP to be successful in the 2025 elections, it needs a leader who is consistently on the ground, week by week, connecting with the electorate, and addressing their concerns. Mutharika’s age, Malinga argues, has made it increasingly difficult for him to meet these demands.
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“Peter Mutharika is not an active president,” Malinga stated in his post. “DPP needs a president who is physically and mentally capable of engaging with the people on a regular basis, one who can build momentum, campaign tirelessly, and represent the party’s vision effectively.”
Malinga’s comments are not a new critique of Mutharika’s leadership, but they come at a crucial time for the DPP. With the 2025 elections on the horizon, the party is facing intense pressure to regain political dominance after a tumultuous period. The challenges, both internal and external, have left many questioning the direction of the party under Mutharika’s leadership.
Malinga is calling for fresh leadership within the DPP, someone who can infuse energy into the party, rally supporters, and address the pressing issues facing the country. He emphasizes that the time for new leadership is now, as Malawi’s political climate is shifting, and the electorate is demanding dynamic leadership that can respond to their needs.
This debate within the DPP raises important questions about the party’s future. The DPP has historically been one of Malawi’s dominant political forces, but its ability to maintain relevance in the coming years depends largely on how it navigates the issue of leadership. Will the party embrace Malinga’s call for a new president, or will it continue to rely on Mutharika’s legacy, despite growing concerns about his ability to effectively lead?
As the DPP prepares for the 2025 elections, the leadership question remains a central issue. Malinga’s post has added fuel to the fire of internal debates, and how the party responds could shape its chances in the upcoming polls. Only time will tell if Mutharika will continue to lead, or if DPP will find a new leader who can lead the party to victory in 2025.
