Leston Muli
Malawian businessman
Leston Muli (born 1965) is a Malawian business tycoon and philanthropist. He is the CEO and managing director of Mulli Brothers Limited (MBL) Holdings.
In August 2011, Muli lost over US$4.2 million following the looting of violent protestors in the 20 July nationwide in Malawi.
Background
Early life and education
Muli was born in 1965 in Horo, Nyezerera Village, Traditional Authority Kaduya in Phalombe District in a family of six. He did his secondary studies at Phalombe Secondary School in Phalombe District. Muli holds a degree obtained from the University of Malawi.
Career
Muli is the managing director of Mulli Brothers Limited (MBL).
Controversies and cases
In 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.
In July 2018, Chief Ngolongoliwa said Kaliati was accusing Mulli of dating her daughter.
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