The University of Malawi (UNIMA ) and Mzuzu University (MZUNI) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering joint efforts in research, teaching, and community engagement.
The MoU signing ceremony was held at Ekhaya Luxury Resort in Mangochi .
In his remarks,UNIMA Vice-Chancellor Professor Samson Sajidu highlighted the importance of the partnership, stating that it will facilitate the exchange of innovative ideas and expertise between students and staff.
He said the collaboration is expected to have a profound impact on the academic and research landscape in the country.
On his part,MZUNI Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor Wapulumuka Mulwafu described the MoU as a milestone, noting that it marks the first partnership of its kind between public universities in the country.
He emphasized the value of collaboration, stating that by pooling their resources and expertise, the two institutions can achieve great things.
“This partnership is a significant development in the higher education sector in Malawi, and is expected to drive innovation, research, and academic excellence,” said Mulwafu.
A primary school teacher Tionge Mtambo, has been selected as one of the top 10 finalists for the prestigious Global Teacher Prize 2024.
Mtambo, who serves as the Headteacher at Tondola Primary School, is the only African representative on the elite list, competing against exceptional teachers from around the world.
Tionge Mtambo
Reacting to the news, Mtambo expressed her gratitude, stating that the recognition is a milestone not only for her but for all teachers in the country.
“This achievement signifies that Malawian teachers can set an exemplary standard of dedication and passion for education,” she said.
The Global Teacher Prize, which aims to recognize and celebrate outstanding educators, received over 11,000 nominations from teachers making a positive impact in their respective countries.
The winner of the prize will receive a cash award of $1 million (approximately K1.78 billion).
Mighty Wanderers Football Club has announced the appointment of Bob Mpinganjira as its new head coach.
This comes after Mpinganjira’s successful stint as interim coach, during which he led the team to victory in the Castel Challenge Cup last year.
Mpinganjira
In an interview with 247 Malawi News, the club’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Panganeni Ndovi, said Mpinganjira will be offered a minimum one-year contract, subject to review at the end of the season.
He added that Mpinganjira will have the autonomy to choose his own backroom staff.
The new Wanderers head coach replaces Meck Mwase, whose contract was terminated due to absenteeism.
In a move signaling regional commitment to energy transformation, President Lazarus Chakwera has joined fellow Sub-Saharan African leaders in adopting the Dar es Salaam Energy Declaration, a milestone aimed at expanding access to electricity and clean cooking solutions across the continent. Taking to his official Facebook page, President Chakwera expressed his government’s dedication to the vision, emphasizing the crucial role of energy in achieving sustainable development.
The declaration comes against the backdrop of a continent where millions still lack reliable electricity, a challenge that undermines economic growth, healthcare, education, and industrialization. President Chakwera acknowledged this reality, stressing that most of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) depend on a steady and uninterrupted power supply in homes, industries, schools, hospitals, and public service facilities. Without energy security, the ambitions of economic transformation and improved livelihoods remain distant.
Chakwera
One of the key pillars of the declaration is the Mission 300 energy initiative, which aims to provide access to electricity for 300 million Africans through national compacts. Malawi, as a signatory to this vision, has pledged to stay on course in its national energy compact, ensuring that the strides made in reducing energy poverty are consolidated. The country’s target is to increase electricity access to 75% by 2030, a goal that, if realized, will significantly uplift communities and enhance productivity in key economic sectors.
President Chakwera expressed optimism about the energy summit’s outcomes, viewing it as a catalyst for increased on-grid and off-grid investments. He underscored the need for a resilient energy sector that can support industrialization and sustainable communities. The commitment to clean cooking solutions further aligns with global efforts to reduce reliance on biomass and transition to environmentally friendly alternatives, easing the burden on forests and improving public health.
With the Dar es Salaam Energy Declaration now in place, Malawi and its regional counterparts are expected to accelerate their energy transformation agendas. The emphasis on collaboration and strategic investments suggests a future where power shortages become less frequent, industries flourish, and millions of Africans gain access to reliable and affordable electricity. As the nation watches these developments unfold, the hope remains that this initiative will translate into tangible benefits for ordinary citizens, bridging the longstanding energy gap and driving the country towards sustainable economic progress.
The Malawi Law Society(MLS )’s disciplinary committee has suspended lawyer Gift Nankhuni for six months after finding him guilty of fraudulent conduct and misconduct that brings the legal profession into disrepute.
The decision comes after a complaint was filed by Senior Group Village Headman Kwindanguwo and Pondani Levison Nkhoma on behalf of the inhabitants of Kuliyani Village.
Nankhuni
The complaint alleged that Nankhuni mishandled compensation paid by the Malawi Government for land confiscated in 2004.
Specifically, the Disciplinary Committee found that Nankhuni failed to protect the interests of the complainants by paying the compensation to the late Saliyeti Kanyamula without notifying the other beneficiaries.
Furthermore, Nankhuni was found guilty of not disclosing that he had received instructions to represent the complainants.
As a result of these findings, the Committee has ordered Nankhuni to pay K477,895,833.33 to the complainants, which is the compensation amount minus his legal fees, VAT, MLS levy, and Kanyamula’s share.
Additionally, Nankhuni has been ordered to pay K500,000 to MLS as costs for the disciplinary proceedings.
