By Rahim Abdul
In a show of solidarity and commitment to education development, Minister of Trade and Industry Vitumbiko Mumba has donated K5 million towards the construction of a modern computer laboratory and library at Katoto Islamic Secondary School in Mzuzu.
Speaking during the handover ceremony, Mumba said his gesture reflects government’s appreciation for the critical role that Islamic institutions play in supporting national development, especially in education.
He emphasized that faith-based institutions have long been instrumental in complementing government efforts in shaping the country’s human capital.
The minister also took the opportunity to call for continued religious harmony in the region.
“Muslims in the Northern Region should continue coexisting peacefully with Christians and other religions. This is in line with President Lazarus Chakwera’s vision of promoting unity and tolerance across all sectors of society,” Mumba said.
The school’s deputy board chairperson, Daniel Hussein, hailed the minister’s support, noting that it will significantly ease the institution’s financial burden as it strives to improve learning conditions
. He added that the school remains committed to collaborating with government in uplifting education standards in Malawi.
Katoto Islamic Secondary School, one of the key Muslim-run learning institutions in the Northern Region, launched the K50 million infrastructure development project to address digital literacy gaps and provide students with a conducive learning environment.
The initiative is expected to enhance access to digital learning tools and reading materials, thereby improving academic performance and preparing students for future technological demands.
