Malawi: Scandal - Yeremiah Chihana in Mk12 Million Ticket Fraud - Travel Agent Cries Foul Over Politician's Broken Promises
allafrica.comPublished: 4/18/2025
Summary
Yeremiah Chihana Faces $12M Scandal: A veteran politician used his political influence to secure air tickets worth MK24 million for himself and others but failed to pay the balance of nearly MK12 million after initially paying MK15 million. Despite legal fees adding up, he allegedly didn't honor his commitments. Zoe Tours and Travel, a local travel agency, claims they were tricked into believing Chihana would settle the bill upon returning to Malawi, but months later, he dodged payments. The case highlights issues with accountability in politics as Chihana's reputation takes a hit while Zoe Tours seeks justice for lost funds.