MalDent Work Package
Supporting the sustainability and growth of the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) programme at KUHeS—strengthening the capacity and inclusivity of dental education to produce highly skilled dental professionals for improved oral health outcomes in Malawi and Zambia.
Dr. Peter Chimimba
MalDent Package Lead
Objectives
Improve access to quality dental health services in Malawi.
Key Activities
- Training and capacity building for dental students.
- Strengthening the teaching workforce through faculty recruitment.
- Infrastructure development for teaching facilities and dental clinics.
- Outreach programs and awareness campaigns on dental health.
- Procurement of teaching equipment and dental materials.
- Collaboration between North-South and South-South institutions.
Outcome
Increased availability of skilled dental professionals and improved oral health services in Malawi.
