Suleman Chitera 
By Suleman Chitera, MFN Reporter
Date: 25 October 2026 | Time: 15:26 CAT
The Secretary of the Majlis Ulama Council of Malawi, Sheikh Abbas Muslim Vinjenje, has challenged Muslim graduates to reject corruption and uphold integrity as they prepare to enter the workforce, warning that the vice continues to undermine Malawi’s development.
Vinjenje said graduates who secure jobs in government institutions and private companies must remain committed to honesty and accountability, stressing that corruption is prohibited in Islam and should have no place in the professional lives of Muslims.
He made the remarks on Saturday night during a dinner and awards ceremony organised by the Muslim Students Association at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS).
The event brought together Muslim students to celebrate academic achievements and recognise fellow students, while reflecting on the role of Islamic values in professional and public life.
Corruption Threatens Malawi’s Development
Vinjenje expressed concern that Malawi continues to struggle with development partly because educated people, who are expected to contribute positively to society, engage in corrupt practices.
He challenged the graduates to become part of the solution by demonstrating ethical leadership wherever they find themselves employed.
His message comes amid continued public concern about corruption and the need for greater accountability in both public institutions and the private sector.
The cleric urged the graduates to ensure that their education translates into responsible service, saying their conduct in the workplace should reflect the moral principles they have learned through their faith.
He expressed hope that Muslim graduates would distinguish themselves through honesty, professionalism and responsible decision-making.
Graduate Pledges to Uphold Islamic Values
Meanwhile, Amina Brenda Sadi, who has completed her studies in Business Communication at MUBAS, pledged to conduct herself in accordance with Islamic teachings when she enters the professional world.
Her commitment reflects the emphasis placed on integrity and ethical conduct during the ceremony.
The graduates now face the responsibility of translating their academic knowledge into practical contributions that can benefit their employers, communities and the country as a whole.
Muslim Graduates Urged to Set a Positive Example
Guest of honour Hafiz Dr Hussein Twabi also expressed confidence that Muslim graduates would become role models in their respective workplaces.
Twabi said the presence of Muslims in companies, organisations and government institutions should be associated with positive conduct, expressing hope that the graduates would inspire others through their actions.
His remarks reinforced the call for graduates to demonstrate that religious values can contribute to ethical leadership and responsible professional conduct.
MUBAS has approximately 500 Muslim students, according to information shared at the event.
The dinner was held under the theme “Integrating Islam and Worldly Affairs to Work Together in Harmony.”
The theme highlighted the importance of balancing religious principles with the demands of education, employment and participation in national development.
As the graduates prepare to pursue opportunities in different sectors, the message from the ceremony was clear: academic qualifications alone are not enough; integrity and accountability must also guide their professional journeys.
For Malawi, where corruption remains a major public concern, the challenge is to ensure that the next generation of professionals contributes to building institutions that serve the public interest rather than personal gain.
