By Jones Gadama
The Independent Schools Association of Malawi (ISAMA) is urging private schools to adopt digitalization and inclusive practices to ensure quality education for all learners.
Speaking at a press briefing at Sunbird Mount Soche in Blantyre, ISAMA President Wycliffe Chimwendo emphasized the importance of creating an enabling environment that allows all learners to thrive.
The call to action comes ahead of ISAMA’s annual conference, scheduled for May 28-29, which will focus on addressing inclusion and digitalization solutions in the education sector.
Chimwendo highlighted that private schools play a vital role in shaping the future of education in Malawi and must adopt inclusive practices to cater to learners with disabilities.
“Learners with disabilities will no longer be barred by inadequate structures and outdated learning materials when inclusion is adopted,” Chimwendo said.
ISAMA Vice-President Coxley Kamange echoed these sentiments, stressing that inclusion and digitalization are essential for quality sustainable education in Malawi.
The conference theme, “Advancing digitalisation, quality education and standards, inclusion and corporate governance for a sustainable future,” underscores the need for private schools to prioritize digitalization and inclusion.
By embracing technology and inclusive practices, private schools can improve learning outcomes, enhance teacher development, and increase access to information.
This initiative aligns with the World Bank’s Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa (IDEA) Program, which aims to increase access to the internet and digitally enabled services in the region.
By prioritizing inclusive and digitally enabled education, Malawi’s private schools can play a critical role in shaping the country’s future and promoting sustainable development.
