Category: Business

Born in Israel but rooted in Malawi through decades of business ventures, Gess has long been one of the most influential figures linking the two countries. His family has operated large-scale tobacco estates in Malawi, a business that has often been accused of exploiting labor while shaping the rural economy in significant ways. Supporters call him a “bridge-builder” between Africa and Israel, while critics see him as a powerful businessman who masks profit motives under the veil of diplomacy.