Faculty of Environmental Sciences - Mzuni

2026 GIRLS SCIENCE DAY FEATURED IN THE DAILY TIMES

We are delighted to see the success of 2026 Girls Science Day 2026 highlighted in The Daily Times newspaper under the headline “Mzuni motivates girls to study science programmes.”

The article showcases the Faculty of Environmental Sciences and Mzuzu University’s commitment to inspiring young girls to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through hands-on learning, mentorship and interaction with role models.

We thank all participating schools, departments, staff, students and partners for making this year’s event a success as we continue inspiring the next generation of female scientists.

Mzengereza Kumbukani Mzuzu University Society of Water and Sanitation Scientists

🌍🤝 Strengthening Partnerships for the Future of Higher Education!

The Department of Agri-Sciences at Mzuzu University is delighted to host a mobility meeting under the SEED Project, bringing together esteemed partners: Maynooth University, Ireland; University of Naples Federico II, Italy; Mulungushi and Kwame Nkrumah Universities, Zambia; and Livingstonia University, Malawi.

📚✨ The meeting will be conducted from 15-19 June and will focus on advancing discussions around microcredentials and their role in equipping learners with relevant, flexible, and industry-responsive skills for the modern world.

A key highlight of the meeting will be the engagement of Malawi's National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) to explore opportunities to develop a national framework for the regulation and recognition of microcredentials. This important dialogue aims to support innovation in higher education and enhance lifelong learning opportunities in Malawi and beyond.

🌱 Through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and partnership, the SEED Project continues to contribute to strengthening higher education systems and building capacity for sustainable development.

We look forward to productive discussions, meaningful exchanges, and impactful outcomes from this important gathering.

SEED Project link: https://seed.maynoothuniversity.ie/project-overview/

Project Overview - SEED Project Overview In the context of accelerated climate change, the Sub-Saharan African countries of Malawi and Zambia are increasingly susceptible to the impact of droughts, cyclones and other weather events. The SEED project builds the capacities of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Malawi an...

2026 GIRLS SCIENCE DAY - MZUZU UNIVERSITY

This year’s Girls Science Day has grown into a truly multidisciplinary STEM outreach event. In addition to the Department of Water and Sanitation, the occasion attracted participation from the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, Department of Built Environment, Department of Renewable Energy Systems, Department of Optometry, and Department of Biomedical Sciences, all of which are showcasing exciting activities and demonstrations aimed at exposing learners to the wide range of opportunities available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

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2026 GIRLS’ SCIENCE DAY AT MZUZU UNIVERSITY

Today, Mzuzu University proudly hosted Girls’ Science Day 2026, an inspiring event organized by the Society of Water and Sanitation Scientists (SWASS), a student club under the Department of Water and Sanitation in the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, with financial support from the IRES project.

The event brings together young girls from various primary and secondary schools, including Luwinga Secondary School, Lupaso Secondary School, Mzuzu International Academy, BeeHive Primary School, St. Augustine Primary School, Viyele Primary School, Mzuzu Foundation Primary School, and Uchizi Private Primary School.

The day is dedicated to encouraging girls to develop a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and to inspire them to pursue careers in scientific and technical fields. Through interactions with role models, practical demonstrations and motivational talks, the learners are being challenged to dream big and believe in their potential.

The event has officially been opened by the Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Dr. Mzengereza Kumbukani, who encouraged the girls to embrace science and take advantage of the opportunities it offers in shaping a better future.

The event has also been honoured to have the Mzuzu University Projects and Estates Manager, Mrs Samba Kambalame Sarah Samba as the Guest of Honour. Drawing from her professional journey as a female architect, she inspired the girls to remain determined, work hard and confidently pursue careers in STEM-related fields.



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INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH COLLABORATION IN ACTION AT MZUZU UNIVERSITY

Mzuzu University is pleased to welcome students and researchers from the United States of America who have arrived in Malawi to participate in the International Research Experiences for Students (IRES) Programme.

The IRES Programme is a collaborative initiative involving Mzuzu University, North Carolina State University (USA), the University of Louisville (USA), and the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST). Funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), the programme provides valuable international research opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students while fostering collaboration between Malawi and the United States.

The visiting students and researchers will be in Malawi from 8th June to 8th July 2026, during which they will undertake research activities focusing primarily on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and related environmental challenges.

The delegation was officially welcomed by staff from the Department of Water and Sanitation and the Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Sciences ,Dr. Mzengereza Kumbukani . In his welcoming remarks, the Dean expressed excitement about hosting the international students and researchers, noting that the programme aligns closely with Mzuzu University’s strategic priorities of promoting research excellence, strengthening international collaborations and advancing the internationalization of academic programmes.

We wish all participating students and researchers a productive, enriching and memorable experience in Malawi
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Mzuzu University

📢 Publication Alert!

Congratulations to Thaddeus Zaabwe, Elias Chirwa, Kumbukani Mzengereza, Jeremiah Kang'ombe, Georges Alunga Lufungula, Milliam Nakawoombe, and Joshua Kimeli on the publication of their research examining the effects of incorporating exogenous Bacillus probiotics into diets containing black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larval meal for sex-reversed fingerlings of Redbreasted tilapia (Coptodon rendalli).

This study demonstrates how probiotic supplementation can significantly improve growth performance, hepatosomatic and viscerosomatic indices, and overall morphometric development of Redbreasted tilapia fed on black soldier fly larval meal-based diets. The findings contribute valuable knowledge toward sustainable aquaculture by promoting innovative, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective fish nutrition strategies.

The research highlights the potential of combining insect-based protein sources with beneficial probiotics to enhance fish production efficiency while supporting sustainable food systems and aquaculture development.

👏 Congratulations to the research team on this remarkable achievement!

🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/23311932.2026.2679795

📢 Publication Alert!
Congratulations to Joshua Koskei Kimeli, Elias Rabson Chirwa, Frank O. Masese, Benjamin Kondowe, Thaddeus Zaabwe, and Jacob Kasabunga Mutazindwa on this important scientific contribution examining the spatial and temporal variability of water and habitat quality in Afrotropical streams.

👏 Congratulations to the research team on this remarkable achievement!
Link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214581826004933

📢 Publication Alert!

Congratulations to Dr. Webster Sambo and fellow co-authors on this important scientific contribution exploring sustainable, energy-efficient building materials for tropical environments.

This research highlights the potential of locally available laterite soils in advancing climate-responsive construction and sustainable development.

👏 Congratulations to the research team on this remarkable achievement!

Link: https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1n3in_rVQhJAqv

Congratulations to Upe Museko, PhD candidate in Transformative Community Development, along with esteemed faculty members Dr. Frank Mnthambala and Professor Kasulu, for their significant contribution to the Conservation Agriculture field!

Title: Key National Drivers of Conservation Agriculture at the Central Level in Malawi.

Journal: Discover Agriculture

Publisher: Springer Nature Link
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📢 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS | MZUNI Third National Research Dissemination Conference 2026

Mzuzu University invites researchers, academics, innovators, students, and practitioners to submit abstracts for the 2026 National Research Dissemination Conference.

📅 23–24 September 2026
📍 Mzuzu University – CODEL Complex

Theme:
“Leveraging the attainment of MW2063 and MIP 2030 through transformative research, technology and innovation.”

🗓️ Abstract Submission Deadline: 30 June 2026

👉 Submit your abstract and learn more via:
conferences.mzuni.ac.mw