President Chakwera Installed as Chancellor of KUHeS

On November 12, 2024, the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) proudly installed His Excellency Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera, President of the Republic of Malawi, as the University’s Chancellor during a historic congregation.

According to Section 18 (1) of the KUHeS Act (No. 20) of 2019, “There shall be a Chancellor of the University who shall be the titular head of the university.” Furthermore, Section 18 (2) states that “The President shall, unless he decides to appoint another person, be the Chancellor of the University.” In accordance with this directive, the university celebrated President Chakwera’s installation during its inaugural graduation ceremony.

Following the installation, Professor Francis Moto, Chairperson of the KUHeS Council, extended heartfelt congratulations on behalf of the council and the entire university management. He expressed optimism in President Chakwera’s leadership and vision for the institution.

“Congratulations, Your Excellency, on your installation as Chancellor of the university. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to lead the institution blessed by God. Today is a very special occasion, as you preside over the first-ever graduation of KUHeS and become its first Chancellor. Congratulations, Your Excellency,” Professor Moto stated.

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) was established on May 4, 2021, through the merger of the Kamuzu College of Nursing (KCN) and the College of Medicine (COM), both of which were formerly constituent colleges of the University of Malawi (UNIMA). Since its founding in 1979, KCN has been training professional nurses and midwives, while COM has been educating physicians and allied health professionals since 1991.

Together, these institutions have made significant contributions to advancing higher education and improving healthcare in Malawi and beyond.

KUHeS looks forward to the future under the esteemed leadership of President Chakwera, as it continues to uphold its commitment to excellence in health sciences education and research.