For 38-year-old Jabson Tomasi from TA Malenga in Ntchisi District, a traditional skill has become a growing business and an important source of livelihood for his family. Tomasi, who is Deaf, left school at Standard 6, but limited formal education…
Malawi is set to launch the Nzika Digital ID Wallet, a new innovation aimed at making identity verification easier and more convenient for citizens. The National Registration Bureau (NRB) will officially launch the initiative at the Bingu International Convention Centre…
The Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth of Malawi’s creative arts sector, as it continues to promote opportunities for young artists to develop professional skills. The commitment comes after a five-day art bootcamp…
For Ruth Upile Chirwa, fashion is more than clothing and creativity—it is a platform for challenging stereotypes, promoting inclusion and creating opportunities for people living with disabilities. Chirwa, a Mzuzu based fashion designer living with a disability, is the founder…
Students from the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) have demonstrated their innovation skills by developing digital solutions aimed at improving healthcare delivery in Malawi. The students took part in an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System Innovation Challenge held…
Nkhata Bay District Council has handed over a newly constructed boys hostel worth K262 million to Mzenga Secondary School in the district. The hostel was built using Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) funds and replaces a previous hostel that…
Celine Phuka, a young entrepreneur, has found success through her diverse business ventures. After graduating from the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Phuka struggled to secure employment, but she did…
Despite being a school dropout, Isaac Khalana Nkhotakota, Malawi has built a successful soap-making business driven by his passion and determination. Khalani’s soap-making journey began in 2014, with a small amount of capital and willingness to learn. He has since…
An innovator from Mangochi Luciano Khware has been making waves in the agricultural sector with his company, Crafts and Technology Innovative Solutions Ltd. With a background in electrical and electronics, project management and sustainable human development, the 40-year-old, started in…
Imagine tasting a piece of rich, velvety chocolate, crafted from beans grown in the lush fields of Malawi, Kwanza Cocoa, one of the country’s artisanal chocolate companies, is turning this dream into a reality. Founded by Wezi Mzumara, a Malawian…