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President Dr Lazarus Chakwera is presiding over a graduation ceremony for Grade 2 Senior Command and Staff Officers who have completed a course at the Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College in Salima. The 20 officers have been acquiring literacy skills in strategic leadership management and high-level command for eleven months. The graduands are expected to receive post-graduate diplomas under the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) and Certificates in High-Level Command. Former President Joyce Banda is among the notable high-profile guests attending the function.

Malawi Defense Force Commander Vincent Nundwe says plans are under way to have strategic programs aimed at upgrading the newly Commander Staff College to start offering Masters degrees. Nundwe disclosed this on Saturday in Salima during the graduation of 20 Grade 2 Senior Command Officers and Staff Officers, who commenced their studies on 4th October last year, covering 46 weeks. Their studies, included civil military relations and national security governance, among others. The MDF leader said in collaboration with the Malawi University of Science and Technology - MUST they have introduced some courses at the MDF Commander Staff College in Salima. Nundwe further added that the next cohort will start in January 2023 saying international standards will be enhanced. MUST Vice...