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UNIMA Student undergo FAM basic refereeing course
29 University of Malawi students pursuing various programmes have received certificates from the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) after completing a one-week basic referee’s course. The ceremony, which took place on 15th May 2026 at...
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Researchers to Develop Aflatoxin-Detecting AI-Powered Smartphone System
Researchers from the University of Malawi and Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources have partnered to develop a smartphone-based artificial intelligence system capable of detecting aflatoxins in groundnuts in the field, in a move aimed at improving food safety and protecting co...
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SLEG Executive Dean’s Trophy Highlights Sport as Part of Holistic Learning
The School of Law, Economics and Government (SLEG) has emphasised that sports and academic life complement each other, urging students to embrace both as part of holistic development. Executive Dean of the School, Professor Happy Kayuni, said this on the evening of 8th May, 2026, during the...
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UNIMA Hosts Workshop on Disabled Youth Involvement in Climate Action
On 17th and 18th April 2026, the University of Malawi hosted a two-day event organised by the Environmental Justice and Sustainability Clinic, the Disability Rights Clinic and Child Rights Clinic, in partnership with Empower Young Mind under the project Championing Active Participation of You...
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Excellence celebrated: UNIMA awards 1,767 graduates
Parents and guardians from various districts across the country gathered at the Great Hall to celebrate their wards' achievements on 29th April, 2026. A total of 1,767 men and women graduated with various qualifications. The graduation ceremony under the Federal University comp...
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UNIMA Physics and Electronics Students Tour TNM
On 20th April 2026, a total of 55 students from the Department of Physics and Electronics at the University of Malawi (UNIMA) visited Telekom Networks Malawi (TNM) facilities in Blantyre to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real‑world industry practice.  The education...
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MISALICO Empowers Students with Practical Investment Knowledge
The Wadonda Lecture Theatre was full to the brim with students eager to learn and acquire new knowledge through the Stock Market Awareness and Investment Summit, which was held on 18th April 2026. The event was organized by Minority Shareholders Association of Listed Companies (MISALICO) in partn...
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New Book Release: Arts for Development, Masculinities and Gender in Malawi
The University of Malawi proudly celebrates the publication of a new book by Dr Zindaba Chisiza, Associate Professor in the Department of Drama and Theatre Studies from the School of Arts, Communication and Design, titled Arts for Development, Masculinities and Gender in Malawi. ...
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Celebrating culture at UNIMA
The weekend was a colorful celebration of culture, full of music, dance, delicious food, and unforgettable fun. The University of Malawi, through its Student Representative Council (SRC), hosted a successful cultural weekend from 10th to 11th April 2026 at the campus sports complex. The event att...
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New Book Release: Communication for Social Change in Sub Saharan Africa: Amplifying the Marginalised Voices
The University is delighted to announce the publication of Communication for Social Change in Sub‑Saharan Africa: Amplifying the Marginalised Voices, a ground-breaking new volume authored by Chimwemwe Chavinda, Victor Chikaipa, Jimmy Kainja, Japhet Mchakulu, and Yamikani...
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UNIMA Hosts Arduino Day 2026
As Arduino Day was celebrated worldwide, the University of Malawi (UNIMA), through its Department of Physics and Electronics, marked the occasion by hosting its own event on 28th March, 2026. Held at UNIMA, the event brought together students, developers, and technology enthusiasts for a...
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UNIMA scholar clinches funds for pilot study
One of the reasons the University of Malawi enjoys a lot of prestige is due to its research profile. At any given time, there are various research projects ongoing, spearheaded by the institution’s researchers. One of such researchers is Prof. Nick Tembo of the Department...
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SLEG Recognises Outstanding Staff at 2025 Excellence Awards
For the third consecutive year, the School of Law, Economics and Government (SLEG) organised its Staff Excellence Awards, an initiative designed to celebrate the accomplishments of academic staff who demonstrated exceptional performance across various categories. The 2025 awards ceremony...
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UNIMA at Kamuzu Academy: Inspiring Career Paths
The University of Malawi continues to demonstrate its commitment to inspiring young minds and shaping career aspirations through meaningful engagement with students. This was evident on 14th March 2026, when the University participated in a vibrant Career Day at Kamuzu Academy in Kasungu. ...
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Hard work rewarded: 192 students celebrated for academic excellence
At the beginning of the second semester of each academic year, the University recognizes outstanding students who performed excellently in their first semester. On 12th March 2026, the University celebrated 192 students who made it onto the Dean’s List at the Great Hall....
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ECOWATER Kiosk to Promote Clean and Sustainable Drinking Water
Students and staff at the University of Malawi can now enjoy easier access to safe and affordable drinking water following the launch of an ECOWATER kiosk on campus. The kiosk, which officially opened on 28 February 2026, is designed to deliver purified, chemical-free water while promoting enviro...
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MANDIS Project conducts Stakeholder Engagement
The University of Malawi’s Department of Biological Sciences and Biomedical Health Sciences, under the School of Natural and Applied Sciences, recently conducted a Stakeholder Engagement and Co-Creation Meeting for the “Adaptation of Intake24 to Assess Dietary Patte...
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UNIMA Debate Team Finishes Strong as Runners-Up in Debate Finale
The University of Malawi (UNIMA) Debate Team delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 Malawi “Shift the Power” Inter-University Debates Grand Finale, finishing as runners-up after a closely contested final against Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural R...
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Max and Sherry Dine and Lounge Founders Inspire UNIMA Students
Entrepreneurs Hope and Tamika Mezuwa, founders of Max and Sherry Dine and Lounge, delivered an inspiring lecture to computer science students at the University of Malawi on Thursday, 5th March, sharing practical insights on digital marketing and brand development. The lecture, titled&nb...
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