By Chisomo Phiri
Final-year students from the Department of Economics at the University of Malawi (UNIMA) on Friday hosted a symposium where they showcased their knowledge and skills in addressing economic challenges facing the country.
In an interview with journalists, the institution’s Senior Lecturer in Microeconomics,Dr.Bertha Bangara-Chikadza,said the symposium aimed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
She emphasized that the event provided students with an opportunity to interface with industry professionals and question the practical applications of their knowledge.
“The symposium just tries to bridge what they have learnt at the university, but also linking it to what the world is offering,” she said.
Chikadza expressed confidence in the students’ abilities, citing their thoughtful and well-articulated solutions during the their presentations.
She noted that the students’ ideas and solutions fit into the bigger picture of the economy, focusing on transformational ideas, innovation, and sustainability.
On his part,the symposium organizing committee chairperson, Happy Maliko expressed his satisfaction with the event, highlighting its importance for final-year students.
Maliko said the symposium provided a platform for them to understand the industry and gain a practical perspective on economic issues.
“This symposium is a very important event for us final-year students, as it gives us a platform to understand the industry and get a perspective of the industry,” he said.
The students presented innovative solutions to various challenges, including transforming the agriculture sector through commercialization and technology.
They also discussed leveraging innovation and technology to drive sustainable development.
The event showcased the potential of UNIMA students to drive positive change and development in the country.
