The present invention relates to an antimicrobial composition having antimicrobial properties and activity towards, inter alia, tuberculosis (TB), malaria and cancer. More particularly, but not exclusively, the present invention relates to an antimicrobial composition, having antimicrobial activity, useful in the treatment and prevention of infections, diseases and/or disorders. The present invention further relates to processes for preparing the antimicrobial composition and the use of the said composition in the manufacture of antimicrobial preparations for the treatment and/or prevention of infections, diseases and/or disorders.