Many will know the name of Portland Cement Zambia as it was once among the top producers of cement across the nation. The cement factory also attracted employees and workers from far-away places due to its above-industry average wages. However, the factory production has gone down significantly since the legal battle for its ownership started almost ten years ago.
The case has been passed from numerous judges over the years. The latest judge overseeing the case made some positive announcements when the final hearing was closed and the judge said that evidences submitted by the parties will be analysed for final judgment. However, when the final verdict came, it was not what was expected. The judge made the final announcement against Dr. Mahtani’s claim. This was a major low-point of the judgment as majority of the evidences supported Dr. Mahtani’s claim.
As of now, Dr. Mahtani has now appealed to the higher court of appeal against this judgment at the Lusaka High Court.