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CDEDI Demands Recovery of Billions Lost in Alleged Salima Sugar Scandal

The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) has urged the government to recover billions of kwacha allegedly lost through fraudulent transactions at Salima Sugar Company Limited (SSCL). Speaking at a media briefing in Lilongwe, CDEDI executive director Sylvester Namiwa accused SSCL executive chairperson Wester Kossam of mismanaging the company and “turning it into his own estate.” He alleged that Kossam hired relatives,…

CDEDI urges action to recover billions allegedly lost at Salima Sugar Company Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi

The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) is calling on the government to urgently act on the alleged loss of billions of kwacha through fraudulent dealings at Salima Sugar Company Limited (SSCL), accusing politically-connected individuals, including senior Malawi Congress Party (MCP) figures, of benefiting at the expense of ordinary Malawians. Speaking at a […] The post CDEDI urges action to recover billions allegedl…

Allegations of Abuse of Office Surface at Salima Sugar Company

By Our Reporter Questions have emerged surrounding the conduct of former Salima Sugar Company official, Webster Cossam, with calls for authorities to launch a formal investigation into alleged abuse of office and improper management practices. Sources claim that Cossam continued to live within Salima Sugar premises despite his employment contract reportedly ending in 2024. He is further accused of allegedly employing family members and associate…