Leston Muli (born 1965) is a Malawian business tycoon and philanthropist.[1][2] He is the CEO and managing director of Mulli Brothers Limited (MBL) Holdings.[2][3][4][5][6]
Leston Muli | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| Nationality | Malawian |
| Education | Master of Business Administration |
| Alma mater | University of Malawi |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur |
| Known for | Founding Mulli Brothers Limited (MBL) |
In August 2011, Muli lost over US$4.2 million following the looting of violent protestors in the 20 July nationwide in Malawi.[7]
Background
editEarly life and education
editMuli was born in 1965 in Horo, Nyezerera Village, Traditional Authority Kaduya in Phalombe District in a family of six.[8] He did his secondary studies at Phalombe Secondary School in Phalombe District. Muli holds a degree obtained from the University of Malawi.[9]
Career
editMuli is the managing director of Mulli Brothers Limited (MBL).[6][10][11][12]
Controversies and cases
editIn 2013, Muli sued the Malawi government for property damage caused by violent protestors in the 20 July nationwide. The Malawi government was found guilty and was ordered by High Court of Malawi in Blantyre to pay Muli about K1.5 billion as a result.[13]
In July 2018, Chief Ngolongoliwa said Kaliati was accusing Mulli of dating her daughter.[14]
In 2015, Muli lost his temper at Malawian journalist when he was asked why he did not attend the cultural Mulhakho wa Alhomwe.[15]
In 2018, Muli threatened to kill Malawian activist,Charles Kajoloweka, for asking government authorities to investigate in the K12 billion that he was involved.[16]
In 2022, Muli was arrested and the bailed over a connection to the alleged involvement in the settlement of the loan to have Muli Brothers Limited (MBL) pay MK5 billion after 50 years.[17]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Kasalika, Johnny (2012-06-30). "How Mulli owned Mulanje Mountain | The Nation Online". Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ a b Makina, Aubrey (2015-11-11). "'You are stupid, mache**e ako!' Mulli goes mad at journalist Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "Mulli says 'forgive people mocking Ngolongoliwa's death' on social media - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2019-07-30. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "Mulli awarded K2 billion by Malawi court -report - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2013-06-04. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "Timau: Why Malawi will never develop - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2013-02-07. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ a b "Mulli determined to move on despite 'sanctions': Conglomerate celebrate founder's life - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2013-12-24. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "Mulli loses $4m in property damage - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2011-08-01. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "Mulli determined to move on despite 'sanctions': Conglomerate celebrate founder's life - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2013-12-24. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "Chief Ngolongoliwa says Kaliati accuses Mulli of dating her daughter - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2018-07-24. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "Mwanamvekha issues rebuttal on Mulli's loan deal with Malawi govt: 'Am not involved' - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2021-03-15. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "HRDC wants probe on Mulli payout - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2020-08-15. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "Nico demands K22m from Mulli: Cheques bounce - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2012-08-22. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "Mulli awarded K2 billion by Malawi court -report - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2013-06-04. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ "Chief Ngolongoliwa says Kaliati accuses Mulli of dating her daughter - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2018-07-24. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ Makina, Aubrey (2015-11-11). "'You are stupid, mache**e ako!' Mulli goes mad at journalist Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
- ^ Reporter, Malawi24 (2018-08-25). "Mulli threatens to 'kill' Kajoloweka Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
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