Concerned by shortage of food in the country’s prisons, a prison warder-cum Agronomist, Amon Kamwendo is using his expertise to help some prisons grow food on their own.
Kamwendo, a holder of Diploma in Horticulture from Mwimba College of Agriculture (MWICA) is using knowledge gained from college to oversee cultivation of crops such as Maize, Fruits and Vegetables in prisons such as Maula, Bzyanzi and Ntchisi.
His exploits have already made a difference in some prisons have started witnessing an improved food production.
The agronomist has indicated that he decided to help the country’s prisons with expertise after noticing the potential prisons have.
“So, during my time at Mwimba College, I used to excell in horticulture and I graduated as one of the best students and I couldn’t allow that kind of knowledge to go to waste,” he said.
Soon after completing his studies, he joined the Malawi Prison Service as a prison warder, where his expertise is now in full use.
“Currently, in some of the prisons that I have helped with my expertise, things have improved a lot and I am proud of that,” said Kamwendo.
He said his wish was to see the country’s prisons become self-sustaining.
Meanwhile, MWICA Principal Dr Trinitas Senganimalunje has described Kamwendo’s exploits as a powerful testament to the college’s lasting impact on youth and national development.
“It’s a clear reflection of how MWICA equips its graduates to make a meaningful difference,” said Senganimalunje.
