Kamuzu University of Health Sciences

Mark your calendars! With just a month to go, the countdown is on for the 3rd KUHeS Research Dissemination Conference. We’re excited to announce that our guest of honor will be the Minister of Health, Hon. Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda. #3rdKUHeSRDC #KUHeSRDC2024 #ExcellenceForLiFE

CALL FOR SUBMISSION – KUHeS MACE COMPETITION KUHeS is proud to announce an exciting opportunity for creative individuals to contribute to the rich heritage of our institution by designing the official university mace. The mace, a symbol of authority and academic tradition, will be carried at all ceremonial events, including graduations and inaugurations, representing the values and history of our university. Check the attached Flyer for more details.

Remember to register for the 3rd KUHeS Research Dissemination Conference Registration and payment for registration fees close on 31st August 2024! #3rdKUHeSRDC #KUHeSRDC2024 #ExcellenceForLiFE

Registration Deadline Extension for KUHeS RDC. The registration period for the 3rd KUHeS Research Dissemination Conference (RDC) has been extended! You now have until August 31st, 2024, to register and secure your spot. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an inspiring event taking place from October 2nd to 4th, 2024. #KUHeSRDC2024 #ExcellenceForLife

024/2025 Postgraduate Selection For Admission into Various KUHeS Programmes. Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) is thrilled to announce the names of candidates selected for various postgraduate programmes for the September 2024 intake! Congratulations to all the successful candidates for meeting the admission requirements.  For more information on the selection list, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/dGc8AQPn

Introducing our Key note speaker for the 3rd KUHeS 2024 Research dissemination Conference, Professor Salome Maswime. Register now to attend the 3rd RDC taking place from October 2nd to 4th, 2024. Please note that the deadline for registration and payment of fees is August 16th, 2024. #KUHeSRDC2024 #ExcellenceForLiFE

KUHeS School of Nursing and School of Maternal, Neonatal, and Reproductive Health Class of 2024 Finale Dinner  On August 3, 2024, Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) held a finale dinner at Amaryllis Hotel to celebrate the Class of 2024 from the School of Nursing and the School of Maternal, Neonatal, and Reproductive Health. The evening began with the Executive Dean of the School of Nursing, Prof. Genesis Chorwe, who encouraged graduates to view their graduation as "just a comma, not a full stop," stressing the importance of lifelong learning. While the Director of Student Affairs, Dr. Benjamin Kumwenda, urged the graduates to contribute to the MW2063 human capital development pillar and explore entrepreneurial opportunities, noting the significance of creating valuable, creative, and authentic solutions. He also thanked KUHeS management and the Vice-Chancellor for supporting the event with over 4 million kwacha, highlighting the importance of celebrating these achievements. Former SRC Vice President Florence Ndagha shared a touching story from her clinical attachments in Mangochi, which showed her compassionate work in bounding with, and improving the life of an elderly woman. The guest of honor, Prof. M. Mbeba, Professor of Nursing in Adult Health, inspired graduates to embrace their uniqueness and strive for global impact, reminding them that "the sky is not the limit." She also generously contributed MK100,000 and offered her ongoing support. The event was enlivened by poetic performances from students Promise and Elijah, adding a creative touch to the celebration. This finale dinner not only marked a significant academic achievement but also set the stage for the soon to be graduates' future impact in their professional fields.

The State President of the Republic of Malawi, Dr. Lazarus Chakwera on August 7, 2024 officially launched the Clinical Research Excellent and Training Open Resource (CREATOR) building at Malawi Liverpool Wellcome Research Programme (MLW). CREATOR is a cutting-edge building, set to be the epitome of the vision for postgraduate specialist training of Doctors and Research Scientists made to benefit health. It creates the infrastructure and support that will enable clinicians to conduct high quality research that can promote the health and wellbeing of people in Malawi and beyond. After opening the CREATOR, the President also toured and inspected construction work of the Administration Complex at the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS)

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) on August 2, 2024 officially launched a new academic degree programme in Occupational Therapy in Blantyre at Amaryllis Hotel. The Programme is a science-based health profession that is client-centred and focuses on promoting health and well-being through occupations. It is a four-year programme with its first cohort of 20 students in their foundation year.

Register now to attend the 3rd KUHeS Research Dissemination Conference (RDC), taking place from October 2nd to 4th, 2024. Please note that the deadline for registration and payment of fees is August 16th, 2024. Visit https://rdc.kuhes.ac.mw to register and pay.