The Government of Malawi, through the National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST) in collaboration with the Technical, Entrepreneurial and Vocational Education and Training (TEVET) Authority, has established a multi-stakeholder committee on Technology and Innovations to strengthen coordination within the national innovation ecosystem, in line with Malawi 2063.Representing the Secretary for Education, Science and Technology, George Vukusi, emphasized that Malawi’s development depends on sustained investment in science, technology, and skills.NCST Director General, Gift Kadzamila, stressed that technology and innovation must be coordinated, inclusive, and responsive to national development priorities to transform lives.Speaking on behalf of TEVET Authority, Director of Finance, Sarah Mwale Zgambo, highlighted the importance of cross-sector collaboration and reaffirmed TEVETA’s commitment to skills development and community-based innovation.Representing the Secretary for Labour, Skills and Innovation, Mr George Chande, underscored the need to align innovation and skills development with industry needs to create decent jobs and accelerate national development.The Committee will serve as a collaborative platform for government, industry, academia, and innovators to support local innovations and promote inclusive access to innovation opportunities.
