It is important for any nation and its government to have open discussions on the critical social, cultural, political and environmental issues related to the nation. One of the platforms which provides opportunities for discussing similar critical issues and national problems related to economy or society are economic summits, events and programs. These summits create a platform wherein top industries, corporate houses and noted individuals from different fields join together to share their ideas, opinions and discuss about different solutions to the burning questions gripping the nation. One such event is African Summit which is held every year. This year’s African Summit was held sometime back and was a huge success with participation from numerous industrialists and corporations.

Top businessmen and company owners attended the event. Among them was Dr. Rajan Lekhraj Mahtani, one of the most respected and honest businessmen of Zambia. Dr. Rajan Mahtani is noted for his numerous successful businesses, including Finsbury Investments Limited, Mahtani Group of Companies and Finance Bank Zambia. He is also an avid philanthropist and charity worker. However, his charity works are rarely publicized or advertised for public relations. This is why many of the participants were surprised when the Press Secretary of the Prison Fellowship Zambia released a press release praising Dr. Mahtani for his significant financial contributions in the summit. Prison Fellowship International was one of the major event planners and organisers of African Summit and Dr. Mahtani’s significant financial contribution supported the successful completion of the event. Dr. Mahtani was also praised for his down to earth nature and his active participation in the event. During the event, he actively participated in numerous seminars, debates and discussions. He was also open to discussions with young entrepreneurs and business executives, sharing with them his business wisdom.

Unlike most businessmen or corporate houses, Dr. Mahtani never uses his charity works or other philanthropic activities for personal gains or publicity. His companies are based on transparency and ethical stance as well as given priority to the underprivileged sections of the society.