Teachers races against time TCM demanding K25,000 for licenses
President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera…. his government charging primary school teachers K25000 each for a Teaching License
Category: Education
LUANAR ranked best university in Malawi, 15th in Sub-Saharan Africa
By Burnett Munthali The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) has achieved a significant milestone, being ranked as the best university in Malawi by Times Higher Education. LUANAR also holds the 15th position out of 129 universities ranked across 22 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa for 2024. Read moreComesa Competition Commission Celebrates 10th anniversaryThe […]
LUANAR tops university rankings in Malawi
By Burnett Munthali The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) has been recognized as the best university in Malawi, according to the latest rankings by Times Higher Education (THE), a prestigious British magazine. LUANAR not only leads the national rankings but also places 15th out of 129 universities from 22 countries in the […]
MUST advocates for integrated approach to address emerging health issues under one health concept
By Burnett Munthali The Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) has emphasized the importance of an integrated approach to tackling emerging health issues through the “One Health” concept. This call was made by Professor Alfred Maluwa, Director of Research and Outreach at MUST, during the First Postgraduate Symposium and International One Health Research Disseminating […]
MUST calls for One Health approach
To improve health outcomes and strengthen health systems, Malawi needs to adopt the One Health approach, a concept that recognises the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health, according to the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST). Director of Research and Outreach at MUST, Professor Alfred Maluwa said this on Tuesday in Blantyre during […]
Teachers’ licensing fee: A burden too heavy to bear
By Burnett Munthali The announcement that teachers across Malawi must pay K25,000 each for their licenses to the Teachers Council of Malawi (TCM) by December 31, 2024, has sparked widespread frustration and anger. This controversial policy not only places an unjust financial burden on already underpaid educators but also exposes significant flaws in its implementation. […]
Outstanding students and teachers recognized in South West Education Division (SWED) MSCE Award Ceremony
Celebrating excellence in the 2024 MSCE examinations at MUBAS, Blantyre By Burnett Munthali Read moreComesa Competition Commission Celebrates 10th anniversaryThe South West Education Division (SWED) held a prestigious award ceremony today at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Science (MUBAS) in Blantyre to celebrate the exceptional performance of students and teachers in the 2024 […]
French Teachers in Malawi Complete Training, Commended for Commitment
By Twink Jones Gadama After a two-week intensive training program, French teachers from all regions of Malawi have successfully completed their training and sat for language proficiency exams, known as DELF (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française). Read moreComesa Competition Commission Celebrates 10th anniversaryThe training, which was sponsored by the French Embassy, aimed to enhance the […]
Limbe Police engages St. Maria Goretti Girls Primary School male teachers
Community Policing Coordinator for Limbe Police Station Assistant Superintendent Cajetan Singano, on Friday engaged male teachers at St. Maria Goretti Girls Primary School on the station’s drive towards child protection. Singano sensitised the male teachers on the criminality of teacher involvement in sexual relationships with learners as well as any activity that might be deemed […]
HHI Secondary School closed indefinitely following student unrest
By Burnett Munthali HHI Secondary School in Blantyre has been closed indefinitely following a wave of student unrest that led to significant damage to the school’s infrastructure. The closure comes after a group of students, angered by the suspension of 21 prefects, engaged in destructive behavior, causing extensive damage to several school buildings. Read moreComesa […]