Malawi names new consul in Uganda

KAMPALA- The government of Malawi has replaced Mr Robert Mwesigwa Rukaari for the post of Honorary Consul for its Embassy in Kampala.

Mr Mwesigwa, a businessman and current Chairman of the ruling NRM Entrepreneurs League, who has represented Malawi in Uganda for the last eight years, has been replaced with Kampala lawyer, Dr Charles Kallu Kalumiya, a senior partner with Kampala Associate Advocates. Mr Mwesigwa has reportedly moved on to represent an oil rich country, yet to be named.

Last week, Malawi’s President, Prof Arthur Peter Mutharika appointed Dr Kalumiya as new country’s representative. Dr Kalumiya presented his credentials to President Museveni after his appointment was approved by government.

The approval of his appointment makes Dr Kalumiya a recognized diplomat to exercise functions, power and privileges as are normally allowed under the International and country laws.

In an interview, Dr Kalumiya his appointment would benefit Uganda and Malawi because both countries share membership and common position in several international and regional organisations like United Nations, African Union, COMESA and the International Criminal Court.