MalDent-Work Package
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Highlights from MALDENT activities under the SSPG Programme.
MALDENT Work Package
The Malawi Dental Education (MALDENT) Work Package aims to strengthen dental education, clinical training and oral health capacity in Malawi through modern infrastructure, curriculum development and enhanced training.
Dr. Peter Chimimba
MALDENT Work Package Lead
Responsible for leading activities aimed at strengthening dental education and training capacity at KUHeS.
View Profile →Objectives
- Strengthen dental education and training capacity at KUHeS.
- Develop modern infrastructure for dental teaching and clinical practice.
- Enhance curriculum development and staff capacity building.
- Improve oral health workforce development in Malawi.
Key Activities
Dental School Development
Establishment of modern facilities for dental education and training.
Curriculum Development
Development and enhancement of dental education programmes.
Capacity Building
Training and mentorship of academic and clinical staff.
Outcome
Enhanced dental education and training capacity at KUHeS through improved infrastructure, academic programmes and clinical learning opportunities, contributing to stronger oral health workforce in Malawi.
Financial Years & Achievements
2022/2023 Financial Year
- Establishment of MALDENT structures and planning.
- Dental School infrastructure planning completed.
2023/2024 Financial Year
- Curriculum development and capacity building.
- Infrastructure design and approvals.
2024/2025 Financial Year
- Construction of Dental School commenced.
- Infrastructure development milestones achieved.
2025/2026 Financial Year
- Final stages of Dental School construction.
- Teaching infrastructure expansion completed.
2026/2027 Financial Year
- Operationalisation of Dental School.
- Full commissioning of facilities.
