Welcome to the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences Research Dissemination Conference (KUHeS RDC 2025)!
Welcome to the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences Research Dissemination Conference (KUHeS RDC 2025)!
Join us as we bring together leading experts, researchers, and stakeholders to explore the latest advancements, share insights, and address key challenges facing the healthcare industry. This year marks our fourth Research Dissemination Conference, scheduled to take place 1st 2nd to 3rd October, 2025 at Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre, Malawi. Through a diverse program featuring keynote address, panel of discussions, oral and poster presentations, the KUHeS RDC provides a dynamic platform for interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration.
Whether you are a health scientist, researcher, healthcare practitioner, student, or policymaker, the KUHeS RDC offers invaluable opportunities to connect with peers, learn local and international from experts, and contribute to the advancement of health sciences in Malawi and beyond.
We invite you to be part of this exciting journey towards shaping the future of healthcare. The Call for abstracts and registration will open in May 2025. Plan to attend and
2025 Academic Year Intake for Re-advertised mature Entry Programmes
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences Council is pleased to announce the names of candidates who have been selected to
various Re-Advertised Mature Entry degree programmes offered by the University for the 2025 Academic Year. The
candidates fulfilled all the requirements for admission to the respective programmes and were selected based on merit. The
total number of students selected is 11 comprising of 5 males (45.5%) and 6 females (54.5%).
The Council congratulates all the successful candidates. The Academic Year will commence on 31st March 2025, and
admission letters will be sent to the emails of the successful candidates.
For further information, please contact the Admissions Office through admissions@kuhes.ac.mw and for appeals please
contact the Registrar through registrar@kuhes.ac.mw.
The names of the successful candidates are as follows:
Press Release – 2025/2026 Academic Year Intake for Undergraduate Programmes
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences Council is pleased to announce the names of candidates who have been selected to various undergraduate degree programmes offered by the University
for the 2026 Academic Year. The candidates were chosen on the basis of merit after meeting all the requirementsfor admission to the relevant programmes. There were 817 students selected in total, 386 of whom were males (47.1%) and 431 of whom were females (52.9%). Four international students are also a part of the candidates selected.
Commencement dates for the 2026 Academic Year shall be announced in due course. The admission letters shall be sent to your email address or may be collected at the University’s campuses in
Blantyre and Lilongwe. For further information, please contact the Registrar’s office through email (registrar@kuhes.ac.mw).
The KUHeS Council extends its congratulations to all the successful candidates. The names of the successful candidates are as follows:
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) Generic Programmes Sensitisation
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) invites prospective students, parents, and guardians to sensitization sessions on KUHeS undergraduate programmes applied through the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE) Public Universities selection programme.
The sessions will provide a comprehensive overview of the available programmes, entry requirements, and application procedures. Attendees will also be able to participate in interactive Question and Answer sessions with KUHeS representatives.
The sessions will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and will be held at the following venues on the respective dates:
- Mzuzu at Victory Temple on Monday, 2nd December 2024
- Lilongwe at KUHeS Upper Campus, Hall on Wednesday, 4th December 2024
- Blantyre at KUHeS Sports Complex on Friday, 6th December
Join us to discover the exciting opportunities at KUHeS.
Kamuzu University Of Health Sciences First Congregation
Call for Submissions – KUHeS Mace Competition (Re-advertisement)
Disclosure Notice: environmental and social management plan for the construction of an integrated teaching facility and innovation hub at KUHeS Blantyre
SKILLS FOR A VIBRANT ECONOMY PROJECT (SAVE PROJECT)
The Government of Malawi is implementing the Skills for a Vibrant Economy (SAVE) project with support from the World Bank (International Development Association, hereinafter, the Association). SAVE is financed through a national resource envelope of US$100 million from the Association for a period of five years. The Project Development Objective is to increase equitable access to market-relevant skills in priority areas of the economy, especially for females and vulnerable youth. The project consists of the following four components:
Component 1: Supporting public higher education institutions in increasing equitable access to market relevant skills development programs; Component 2: Supporting Technical, Entrepreneurial, and Vocational Education and Training to increase equitable access to market relevant skills development
Component 3: Tertiary education student financing and system strengthening, project management, M&E, and communications
Component 4: Contingency Emergency Response.
Therefore, the notice serves to notify interested and affected stakeholders and the general public about the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) that has been developed to ensure that the project complies with International Industry Best Practices regarding construction. The ESMP addresses risks arising from environmental and social screening of the Integrated Teaching Facility incorporating the School of Dentistry and an Innovation Hub at the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences, Mahatma Ghandi Campus, Blantyre. The Facility aims to improve academic excellence and access to market-relevant skills-development programs. Specifically, the project will increase student enrolment, quality of teaching and research, train high-level human resource, provide research and consultancy services, and disseminate knowledge for societal advancement. Construction activities for the project will involve building a three-story integrated teaching Facility and an Innovation hub that will comprise a teaching facility, dental clinic, learning resource, dental administration, and supporting offices, pantries, wash-rooms, and other ancillary infrastructure.
The project aligns with national and World Bank environmental and social standards. The KUHES Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) identifies potential impacts, proposes mitigation measures and establishes a monitoring framework to ensure responsible project execution. The plan provides a monitoring plan to enhance implementation of measures for positive impacts and mitigation measures for negative impacts.
Some of the positive impacts that the ESMP identified include increased student intake at the University; increased employment opportunities for construction workers, administrative staff, and healthcare professionals at the University; improved treatments for dental patients; and improved teaching and learning at the University.
Some of the negative impacts identified by the ESMP report included increased air pollution due to increased dust emissions; increased noise pollution due to construction works; increased soil and water pollution due to spillage of oils and fuels; increased accident incidences due to construction works; increased generation of solid waste; increased traffic flow to the University campus, leading to traffic management issues; increased risk to the safety of staff and students at the University during the construction phase; increased risk of disturbance to teaching and learning activities at the University; increased risk of gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse; increased risk of child and forced labor; and increased risk of construction work-induced traffic congestion.
The Environmental and Social Management Plan for the project site has been presented to the Malawi Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) and the World Bank and is now ready to be presented to stakeholders .
The report is now available for reference purposes at any time at the following locations:
To this end, Kamuzu University of Health Sciences proposes to engage all concerned stakeholders about the report. In addition, the University invites stakeholders and interested persons to participate in the Public Disclosure of the report. The methods include the press, meetings and uploading on all accessible websites. KUHES is requesting for any observations to be submitted no later than 12th November 2024 to:
Vice Chancellor
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences,
Private Bag 360,
Chichiri,
Blantyre 3
Email: vc@kuhes.ac.mw
Copy cmsefula@kuhes.ac.mw
Phone Number: +265 1 810 911 / +265 1 811 286
We look forward to your participation in this public disclosure.
Download the actual ESMP document from the link below:
Malawi National TB and Leprosy Elimination Programme Releases Tuberculosis and Leprosy Guidelines
The Ministry of Health (MoH) in Malawi has launched the ninth edition of the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Guidelines. This comprehensive document aims to enhance the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of tuberculosis (TB) and leprosy across the country. The guidelines align with both national and global health strategies, including the Malawi Growth and Development Strategy (MGDS), the End TB Strategy, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) .
Key Objectives and Scope
The guidelines are designed to provide healthcare providers with detailed clinical and programmatic guidance for managing TB and leprosy. This includes improving the quality of care in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, as well as promoting infection control measures to reduce transmission in healthcare facilities. Emphasizing the need for collaboration between healthcare providers, communities, and public and private sectors, the guidelines aim to build capacity among healthcare workers and ensure comprehensive care .
Strategic Framework and Implementation
The strategic plan for TB and leprosy response in Malawi is structured around four main pillars: Patient-Centered Care and Treatment, TB Comorbidities and Key Populations, Bold Policies and Supportive Systems, and Program Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, Research, and Innovation. The successful implementation of this plan requires increased human and financial resources and close cooperation between various stakeholders, including government ministries, NGOs, and community organizations .
Achievements and Goals
Malawi has made significant progress in combating TB. Over the past seven years, TB incidence has declined by 31%, and the TB/HIV co-infection rate has decreased by 43%. The overall TB mortality rate has also dropped by 43%, and treatment coverage increased from 55% in 2021 to 75% in 2022. Despite these achievements, the MoH acknowledges the need to further reduce the treatment coverage gap and sustain the gains made. The guidelines are expected to help achieve a 50% reduction in TB incidence and a 75% reduction in TB mortality by 2025, as well as the elimination of leprosy in all districts .
Leprosy Management
The inclusion of leprosy in the guidelines underscores the need for standardized care for this disease, which, despite Malawi’s WHO elimination status, still affects certain districts. The guidelines address leprosy’s management in special populations, such as pregnant women, infants, and individuals with co-morbid conditions like HIV, TB, and diabetes. The approach includes detailed protocols for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation, ensuring that healthcare providers can effectively manage cases and reduce the stigma associated with leprosy .
Collaboration and Future Directions
The guidelines promote a collaborative approach, encouraging public and private healthcare providers to work together to fight TB and leprosy. By leveraging the strengths of various stakeholders, the MoH aims to enhance the effectiveness of elimination programs and provide universal coverage for TB, leprosy, and lung health services. Continuous monitoring, evaluation, and adaptation of strategies based on emerging evidence and epidemiological trends will be crucial for sustaining progress .
Overall, the ninth edition of the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Guidelines represents a significant step forward in Malawi’s public health efforts, aiming to build a TB and leprosy-free future for the nation.
Download the guidelines pdf from the link below:
Notice to newly elected students at KUHES for 2024/2025 academic year
Application for Accommodation
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) wishes to inform all First Year and Foundation students selected for various programmes at KUHeS that application for accommodation is now open.
To apply for University accommodation please complete an application form which may be collected from the University or downloaded from the University website through the following link: https://www.kuhes.ac.mw/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/HOSTEL-ACCOMODATION-APPLICATION-FORM-FOR-NEW-UNDERGRADUATE-STUDENTS1-1.pdf. The completed forms should be sent to the Director of Student Affairs not later than 31st July, 2024 using the following postal address: Kamuzu University of Health Sciences, P/Bag 360, Chichiri, Blantyre 3, or e-mail address: accommodation@kuhes.ac.mw.
Continuing students should make their accommodation application through the Student Academic Register Information System (SARIS).
Applicants will be notified in advance by 31st October 2024 on whether their application has been successful or not. Unsuccessful applicants are advised to make alternative accommodation arrangements to secure private accommodation close to their respective campuses before the opening date.
For more information, please contact the Central Registry by calling 0111810911 ext. 271 or 265 or send an email to accommodation@kuhes.ac.mw.
2022 KUHeS Research Dissemination Conference
