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Significant Support To The Decision Made By The Zambian President.

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Dr. Rajan Lekhraj Mahtani, a noted businessman and philanthropist from Zambia, recently extended his support to the Zambian President’s decision. President Hakainde Hichilema, on Africa Day, announced his quest towards completely abolishing the death penalty row. Dr. Rajan Lekhraj Mahtani is one of the top businessmen, philanthropists, and charity workers from Zambia. He is known for several successful ventures such as Mahtani Group of Companies and Finsbury Investments. Apart from these business ventures spanning over four decades, Dr. Mahtani is also known for his philanthropic and charitable contributions. One of his notable philanthropic contributions has been Prison Fellowship Zambia, established around three decades ago. Prison Fellowship was founded by Dr. Rajan Lekhraj Mahtani himself, and he is currently acting as Group Chairman of this philanthropic organization. Prison Fellowship Zambia (PFZ) has established itself as a noted Christian Outreach Program (COP) focusing on providing transparent criminal justice to prisoners, ex-prisoners as well as their families in Zambia. The program also works by providing fundamental human rights and basic human dignity to the prisoners in Zambia. At the same time, the primary objective of the institution is to bring the teachings and learnings of Jesus Christ to the prisoners in Zambia.

Dr. Rajan Mahtani praised the decision made by the Zambian President, stating that he made a bold yet much-needed announcement that was expected from the past President but could not be delivered by them. There is a growing awareness regarding abolishing the death penalty across the globe and this can be seen in Zambia too. The last time a capital execution was given by a President was in the year 1997. Since then, Presidents have been tactically avoiding the capital punishment process and giving mercies to the prisoners. At the same time, the present condition of several prisons is extremely degrading with many prisoners living a life of ‘hell on earth as such, it can be said that giving the death penalty to these prisoners does not make any sense and Dr. Rajan Mahtani did the right decision by planning to abolish the death penalty.

Dr. Mahtani Shares Eulogy For Late Kenneth Kaunda

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The entire Zambian nation recently woke up to the saddening news of the loss of his very-first President, Kenneth Kaunda. Dr. Mahtani, in his eulogy, praised Dr. Kaunda for his significant achievements in life, dedication towards the development and growth of Zambian nation as well as his sacrificial endeavour towards not only making Zambia independent but also uniting more than 70 tribes across Zambia into one national family and achieving the motto of ‘One Zambia, One Nation’.

Dr. Rajan Mahtani and late Kenneth Kaunda had several similarities in their philosophical underpinnings. One of the biggest associations was with the late father of Dr. Rajan Mahtani, Late Lekhraj Mahtani, who served as a Councillor in Ndola. Late Lekhraj Mahtani made significant contributions in the form of support and collaboration with Late Kenneth Kaunda in his quest for the freedom, uniting and development of the Zambian nation. This collaboration was taken ahead by Dr. Mahtani in the form of his dedicated business ventures for developing several provinces and cities of Zambia, bringing foreign direct investments in Zambia for improving its social, economic and technological position. Dr. Rajan Mahtani has further contributed to the Zambian nation with his charitable and philanthropic contributions such as development of facilities for less privileged people, development of the education system as well as charities for environmental protection. As such, it can be said that Dr. Mahtani is one of those few individuals in Zambia still following the path, legacy and philosophy underpinned by late Kenneth Kaunda.

Dr. Rajan Mahtani, despite remaining honest, ethical and transparent, achieved significant business success. This is the same philosophy of Dr. Kenneth Kaunda which Dr. Rajan Mahtani promotes and urges all Zambians to follow in their lives. By only following the principle of unity in diversity and ‘One Zambia, One Nation’, the Zambian nation will be able to grow and develop despite its significant differences and challenges. The eulogy shared by Dr. Mahtani focussed on this aspect and was beautiful.

Dr. Rajan Mahtani Shares Eulogy For Kenneth Kaunda, Zambia’s First President

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The Mahtani family recently shared its deepest condolences towards the family, friends of Kenneth Kaunda along with the entire Zambian nation. It was certainly a saddening day when the entire Zambian nation woke up to the news of the sad demise of Dr. Kenneth Kaunda, its first-ever President and the Independence Hero of Zambia. Dr. Kaunda was respectfully regarded as the ‘Father of the Nation & African Union’ for his significant contributions towards the freedom fight for Zambian independence. He deserved a rest in the Heaven and now watches us from there.

Dr. Mahtani shared a special relationship with Dr. Kaunda. Dr. Mahtani’s father, the late Lekhraj Mahtani was a councillor based out of Ndola area. He played an instrumental role in providing the right support and collaboration to Dr. Kaunda in his fight for independence. Both Dr. Mahtani and Dr. Kaunda have faced several allegations their entire life and have been able to scratch these unethical demands with integrity, honesty and transparency. In fact, Dr. Rajan Mahtani and late Kenneth Kaunda share similar traits and personalities. Dr. Kenneth Kaunda exhumed a principles and exemplary life which rarely seen among people and the youth. He was known for his faith towards god, his selflessness, putting others before self, love for the mankind, taking inspiration from the god and engaging in sacrificial activities in life for the betterment of Zambian citizens. Dr. Kaunda, despite sacrificing his youth and adulthood towards Zambian freedom fight and later on the economic, social and political development of Zambia as its President, Dr. Kenneth Kaunda did not shy away from fulfilling his dreams during the later stages of his life. He was known amongst his friends and family as a guitarist, dancer, singer, footballer, writer, poet and many more.

Dr. Kenneth Kaunda exuberated vital legacy of pan-Africanism as well as a life of humbleness which Dr. Mahtani has adopted and encourages the Zambian youth to adopt the same.

Higher Court Of Appeal Gives Its Final Decision On Zpc On 31st January 2019

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The case of Portland Cement Zambia has taken a significant toll of Dr. Rajan Mahtani’s patience, perseverance and focus for a long time. The journey started when the factory was unethically taken over and a case was registered at the Lusaka High Court. Despite sharing evidences, the Lusaka High Court judge gave a decision which came to be extremely controversial. The Ventriglias, and not Dr. Rajan Mahtani was announced as owner of the factory. After this judgement which was extremely misdirected, Dr. Rajan Mahtani rightly re-registered the case at the higher Court of Appeal. The judge at the higher Court of Appeal was justice Mwinde and after looking into all evidences and testimonials submitted, final decision was given. Justice Mwinde announced Dr. Rajan Mahtani as actual owner of the Portland Cement Zambia factory. This announcement was made on 31st January 2019 after sharing all details associated with the case.

Justice Mwinde confirmed that the Appellant or Finsbury Investments in this case made a payment of USD 250,000 to the Zambezi Portland Limited factory. This payment was made with the objective of taking over majority shares of the ZPC limited. Furthermore, this amount equalled 1 billion kwacha and this share transfer was clearly established in the original Shareholders Agreement established on 26th February 2007 and was found in the page number 662 of the volume-Record of Appeal in the agreement. This evidence further solidified Dr. Mahtani legal ownership over the factory. Furthermore, justice Mwinde also declared that it was the responsibility of the transferor to pay the PTT (Property Transfer Tax) and thus, Dr. Rajan Mahtani was acquitted from any type of tax payment as he has already completed his responsibilities in terms of payments for the factory. All these details were shared on the same date as the final announcement and it was also confirmed that this decision from the higher Court of Appeal will remain final and binding.

Dr. Rajan Mahtani is innocent in the 2012 case as per Hon. Justice Mumba Malila

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Hon. Justice Mumba Malila recently provided a testimony before the Supreme Court of Zambia. Justice Mumba Malila is an honourable judge from the Supreme Court Zambia and his testimony revealed widespread corruption and wrongdoings within the Zambian nation. While he provided several testimonies; the one which was most talked about was related to Dr. Rajan Mahtani and the case of 2012. Dr. Rajan Mahtani is a businessman and noted industrialist in Zambia. He has been working in Zambia for the past thirty years during which he built several successful companies such as Mahtani Group of Companies and Finsbury Investments. Dr. Rajan Mahtani is also known for his charitable and philanthropic activities as well as working for the welfare and economic development of the nation. He is also among the few businessmen in Zambia who has been able to bring foreign investments from developed nations such as United Kingdom and improve the economic conditions of Zambia. Despite these significant contributions, Dr. Rajan Mahtani is often targeted by conspirators for personal gains.

The testimony from the Supreme Court Zambia Justice exposes a similar level of corruption wherein innocent and ethical businessmen like Dr. Rajan Mahtani suffer due to the unethical practices and power of corrupt people. In his testimony, Justice Mumba Malila revealed that the case of 2012 which went against Dr. Rajan Mahtani was unethical and was against the interests of the public policies. The case was motivated by several political undertones. Justice Mumba Malila was the attorney general during that time and he made several attempts to make the case null and void. However, no such actions were taken by the Tribunal and it was clear that the decision making was influenced by external factors, corrupt but having significant political power.

This testimony has certainly exposed this large-scale corruption across the Zambian government. However, the government itself needs to take immediate correctional measures for minimising such corrupt court practices.

Dr. Rajan Mahtani Not Satisfied With The Lusaka HC judgement, Claims It To Be Misdirected

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Zambia is a comparatively small nation with limited number of industries and businesses. Among then, Dr. Rajan Mahtani has successfully carved out a name for himself with his three decades of business ventures as well as transparent business practices. He is in-charge of the some big organizations in Zambia, including Mahtani Group of Companies and Finsbury Investments. Indeed, even with these fruitful businesses, Dr. Mahtani is attempting to get equity because of the Zambian government. For as far back as ten years, Dr. Rajan Mahtani has been battling a case at the Lusaka High Court. This fight in court is for the responsibility for Cement Zambia, a cement producing organization. Amid this controversy, Dr. Rajan Mahtani and his group of legal counsellors have presented various confirmations and evidences. These confirmations have emphatically settled Dr. Rajan Mahtani’s case. A portion of these archives included consented to investor’s arrangement, money related records and a review report directed on the Portland Cement Zambia by a independent auditor which plainly settled the way that Dr. Mahtani was the sole joint endeavour of the manufacturing plant. Indeed, even with these sensible and solid confirmations, fair justice was never given by the court.

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In any case, the last decision made by the judge was a to a great degree horrifying occasion as the decision was given against Dr. Mahtani’s cases. This is unmistakably an instance of misled judgment from the high court. While this decision is surely a major blow for Dr. Mahtani’s understanding, the case isn’t finished yet. Dr. Rajan Mahtani has now documented a case at the higher court of appeal, requesting that the decision made at the Lusaka High Court was unjustified and ought to at any rate be re-examined by the higher court of advance. Answer is anticipated starting at now. The case at the Lusaka High Court is nowhere near end and Dr. Rajan Mahtani is ready to take the case to higher level of government if needed.

After The Judgment At The Lusaka High Court On Portland Cement, Dr. Mahtani Takes Another Step

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The case of Portland Cement Zambia has made a mockery out of the Zambian law and government. During the trial of the case spanning for almost a decade, Dr. Mahtani and his team of lawyers have submitted numerous documents and evidences to prove his claim and legal ownership over the factory. Almost all these evidences were sufficient enough to establish the claims by Dr. Mahtani. The judge overseeing the case at the Lusaka High Court also seems to be going in the right direction when it was announced a few months back that the case hearing is closed. This meant that the judge will not be hearing any more arguments and taking any more trial sessions. Both parties were asked to submit their evidences in written and oral formats and based on these evidences only, the final verdict was to be announced. Expert opinion was clear on this; Dr. Rajan Mahtani is going to win the case as his evidences and testimonials are based on facts and truth.

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However, it seems that the tables have turned and now the judge has acted in an unprecedented manner. Even after all the evidences and documents proved Dr. Mahtani to be the legal owner of the factory, the final verdict was announced against his claims. This was a shocking event even for Dr. Mahtani who was expecting a clear win. Dr. Mahtani is among the most transparent and ethical businessmen in Zambia. While he conducts his business with ethics and professional stance, he is also always speaking up against any corrupt event or malpractice. This was sure one of the most unfortunate events for the Zambian law and order and Dr. Mahtani is not going to sit down and accept this judgment as his fate. Instead, Dr. Rajan Mahtani has now approached the higher court of appeal to make a case against the judgment made at the Lusaka High Court.

Dr. Mahtani & Finsbury Investment Optimistic As Lusaka High Court Nears Final Judgment

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Dr. Mahtani Receives Another Praiseworthy Note From African Forum 2017

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The recently concluded African Summit 2017 was a success in terms of economic and social discussions on growth and improvement. The summit was attended by top businessmen, politicians, public speakers, financial experts and many noted personalities of Zambia and even outside. Among them was Dr. Rajan Mahtani, a famous businessman who is also famous for his charities, contributions to the society and philanthropic views. Once the summit was concluded, the press secretary released a new article thanking Dr. Mahtani for his contribution towards Prison Fellowship of Africa.

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According To Popular Opinion, Dr. Mahtani’s Case Much Stronger Than The Ventriglias

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The case between Dr. Mahtani and the Ventriglias for Zambezi Portland Cement is definitely catching national attention. It can be easily considered as among the longest pending high-profile case across Zambia’s corporate sector. The company was previously run by Dr. Rajan Lekhraj Mahtani. However, it has been claimed that the factory was illegally taken over by the Ventriglias, a popular Italian family in Zambia known for their increasing notorious nature. Going by market opinion, it has been suggested that Dr. Mahtani will be winning this case by a wide margin.

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