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Recent News

Staff Spotlight

Meet Dr. Tiyesere Mercy Chikapa Jamali, a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department for Management and Leadership Studies at the University of Malawi (UNIMA), whose academic journey has been shaped by a passion for Human Resource Management, gender at the workplace, and a deep commitment to helping...

UNIMA Chemistry Student Named Among Top 12 Falling Walls Lab Malawi Finalists

A University of Malawi (UNIMA) fifth-year Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Honours) student, Gabriel Banda, has been named among the top 12 finalists of Falling Walls Lab Malawi, earning a place in the national finalist cohort from more than 53 applicants who pitched innovativ...

UNIMA and UNIZULU Forge Strategic Partnership

The University of Malawi (UNIMA) and the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) have taken a significant step towards strengthening academic cooperation and advancing African scholarship following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 14th August, 2026 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Nata...

UNIMA Showcases AI-Powered Agrometeorological Advisory at CPA Africa Conference

What if farmers could ask one simple question before planting “Is it safe to plant?”, and receive advice informed by climate data, crop information and their location? At the 55th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region Conference, the University of Malawi (...

University of Malawi Trains Police Officers in Computer Skills

With computers playing an increasingly central role in various jobs including law enforcement, the University of Malawi (UNIMA) has launched a training programme aimed at equipping female police officers with digital skills to perform their duties more effectively. The University, through...

UNIMA Joins Strategic International Partnership to Advance Infectious Disease Research in Africa

The University of Malawi (UNIMA) has joined a strategic international partnership that has secured a prestigious Global Health EDCTP3 grant to strengthen Sub-Saharan Africa's capacity to prevent and respond to emerging infectious diseases through advanced research, tr...

UNIMA Extends RFA Partnership Through Technical Review of Tollgate Power and Backup Systems

The University of Malawi (UNIMA), through the Department of Physics and Electronics in the School of Natural and Applied Sciences, is continuing its technical collaboration with the Roads F...

UNIMA Reviews Examination Procedures to Strengthen Academic Integrity and Quality Assurance

The University of Malawi (UNIMA) has embarked on a review of its examination procedures to strengthen academic integrity, improve efficiency...

UNIMA researchers Showcase Malawi's Nutrition Research at International Congress in the United Kingdom

The University of Malawi (UNIMA) has strengthened its international research profile after showcasing innovative work on digital dietary assessment and nutrition surveillance at the Nutrition Society Summer Congress 2026, held in Newcastle, United Kingdom, from 21 to...

From UNIMA to Oxford: Teaching Assistant Wins Prestigious Fully Funded Scholarship

The University of Malawi (UNIMA) is celebrating another remarkable academic milestone after one of its own, Mr. Mike Kamanga, secured a prestigious fully funded...

UNIMA Student Joins Africa's Brightest Physics Minds at ASP2026

From the lecture halls of the University of Malawi to a continental gathering of some of Africa's brightest young physicists, Joyce Mwaipinga's passion for physics earned her the opportunity to represent the University at the Biennial African School of Fundamental Physics and Applications (ASP202...

UNIMA, MAREN and TERNET Collaborate to Drive Innovation in Higher Education

As higher education institutions increasingly rely on digital technologies to improve teaching, learning, research, and innovation, collaboration among universities and National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) has become more important than ever. ...

UNIMA Hosts Malawi-Scotland Partnership to Strengthen Academic Collaboration

The University of Malawi (UNIMA) hosted a delegation from the Malawi-Scotland Partnership (MaSP) on 16 July 2026 to explore opportunities for strengthening collaboration between Malawian and Scottish universities. The visit formed part of MaSP'...

UNIMA Hosts Grant Writing Workshop Aimed at Transforming Research Ideas into Fundable Proposals

A three-day grant writing workshop is underway at the University of Malawi (UNIMA), bringing together 40 participants from across the University, to strengthen their grant proposal development skills. The workshop, organised by the...

Staff spotlight: Dr. Steven Wandale

Meet Dr. Steven Wandale, a Senior Lecturer in Electronics in the Department of Physics and Electronics under the School of Natural and Applied Sciences at the University of Malawi (UNIMA). As a lecturer in Electronics, he teaches b...

UNIMA, RFA Sign MoU to Advance Research, Innovation and Infrastructure Development

The University of Malawi (UNIMA) and the Roads Fund Administration (RFA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening collaboration in research, innovation, student development and technology-driven solutions for Malawi’s road infrastructure sector. The agreement...

Statistics Book Gets a Continental Boost at Launch in Nairobi, Kenya

The University of Malawi’s flag flew high at the Trademark Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, on 25th June 2026, when Statistical Modelling for Evidence-Based Public Health, co-edited by Lawr...

Minister of Education Tours Construction Projects at the University of Malawi

The University of Malawi today, 3 July 2026, hosted the Minister of Education, Honourable Dr Bright Msaka, who toured several ongoing construction projects aimed at strengthening the institution's infrastructure and expanding access to quality higher education. ...

UNIMA Joins Global Partners to Develop AI-Powered Emergency Reporting Platform

The Malawi Voice Data Commons (MVDC) hosted a workshop to co-create appropriate specifications for an innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered digital platform to enhance emergency reporting in Malawi at the University of Malawi (UNIMA) on 29th June 2026. The workshop, which was fa...

UNIMA Head of ICT Recognised as Outstanding International PhD Graduate in China

The University of Malawi (UNIMA) is celebrating a significant academic milestone following the successful completion of a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science and Technology by its Head of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Dr. Bridget Nyirongo at the Beijing Institute of T...

ADMISSION INTO THE CERTIFICATE IN SOLAR SYSTEMS INSTALLATION AND MAINTE...

August 21, 2026

SCHOOL OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES

The School of Natural and Applied Sciences (SNAS) is pleased to announce the names of successful applicants admitted to the Certificate in Solar Systems Installation and Maintenance programme. Download the attached document for the names of the successful candidates....
UNIVERSITY OF MALAWI MATURE ENTRY AND ECONOMIC FEE PAYING (EFP) SELECTI...

August 21, 2026

Registrar

TheThe University of Malawi (UNIMA) is pleased to announce the additional list of candidates selected for admission into various Mature Entry and Economic Fee-Paying programmes for the 2026/2027 Academic Year. Download the attached document for the names of the successful candidates....
ADMISSION INTO UNIVERSITY CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (UCE) AND THE POSTGR...

August 18, 2026

School of Education

The School of Education is pleased to announce the names of successful students who have been admitted into the University Certificate of Education (UCE) and the Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education Teaching (PGCHET) programmes. Attached below is the list of successful candidates....
OPENING ARRANGEMENTS FOR FIRST YEAR, MATURE ENTRY, AND CONTINUING ODeL...

August 13, 2026

Registrar

The University of Malawi wishes to inform its new and continuing students, parents, guardians, and the general public that the opening arrangements for the first semester of the 2026/2027 academic year are as attached:...
ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE SECOND 2026 UNIVERSITY OF MALAWI CONGREGATION

August 12, 2026

Registrar

The University of Malawi wishes to inform graduands, parents, guardians, and the general public that its second Congregation for 2026 will be held on Wednesday, 26th August, 2026. His Excellency the State President of the Republic of Malawi and Chancellor of the University of Malawi, Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika, has delegated the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Samson Sajidu, to preside over the ceremonies. These will take place in The Great Hall in Zomba, with the first and second sessions comme...

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