By Twink Jones Gadama
President Lazarus Chakwera was left fuming after being denied the opportunity to deliver a speech at the launch of the SKC Foundation, a charity established in honor of the late Vice President Saulos Chilima. According to sources, Chakwera was well-prepared with a written speech, but was not given a platform to address the gathering.
The President’s absence from the podium was noticeable, and sources close to him revealed that he was furious about the snub. “He felt cheated and disrespected,” said the source. “He had prepared a speech and was looking forward to delivering it, but was not given the opportunity.”
Chakwera’s disappointment was evident, and he reportedly convened a meeting at the State House immediately after the launch to discuss the matter. The meeting was attended by several high-ranking officials, including Ken Zikhale Ng’oma, Richard Chimwendo Banda, Catherine Gotani Hara, and Collen Zamba.
According to sources, Chakwera was visibly angry during the meeting and left in a huff. The meeting is expected to continue today, Thursday, as the President seeks to get to the bottom of the matter.
The SKC Foundation launch was a high-profile event, attended by several dignitaries. The foundation aims to promote the legacy of the late Vice President and support various charitable causes.
Chakwera’s absence from the podium has raised eyebrows, with many wondering why he was not given the opportunity to speak. The President’s office has not yet commented on the matter, but sources close to him indicate that he is not taking the matter lightly and is demanding answers from the organizers of the event.
The incident has sparked a heated debate in the country, with many questioning why the President was not given the opportunity to speak at the event. Others have praised the organizers for standing up to the President and refusing to give him a platform.
A reliable source from SKC Foundation told this reporter that the event was intended to honor the legacy of the late Vice President Saulos Chilima and that the focus was on celebrating his life and achievements. The source refused to address the issue of why the President was not given the opportunity to speak.
The incident has also raised questions about the relationship between the President and the Chilima family. Sources close to the President have indicated that he is not happy with the way he was treated at the event and that he may take action against those responsible.
The matter is expected to continue to dominate the headlines in the coming days as more information becomes available. For now, it remains to be seen how the President will respond to the snub and what implications it will have for his relationship with the Chilima family and the SKC Foundation.
