By Chisomo Phiri
The Planning Committee of the Africa Education Summit has named senior lecturer in linguistics at the Mzuzu University (MZUNI ) Dr. Wellman Kondowe as one of the 100 Most Impactful Educational Personalities in Africa for 2025.
The distinguished recognition follows a rigorous and highly selective screening process that evaluated hundreds of outstanding educators and leaders from across the continent.
Kondowe earned the honour through his exceptional dedication, innovative contributions, and sustained influence in the field of education,establishing himself as a transformative figure in Africa’s education landscape.
The MZUNI senior lecturer, along with 99 other honorees, will be officially recognized and presented with award certificates at the 4th Africa Education Summit, scheduled to take place from March 19–21, 2026, at the University of Professional Studies in Accra, Ghana.
The Africa Education Summit is widely regarded as the continent’s premier education gathering.
It brings together over 1,000 influential stakeholders including policymakers, academic leaders, development partners, innovators, and institutional heads to share insights, explore solutions, and shape the future of education in Africa.
