Malawi Officially Launches Mid-Level Nursing and Midwifery Leadership Training Programme
The Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi (NMCM) successfully launched the Nursing and Midwifery Leadership Training Programme at Lilongwe Hotel on 28th July 2025. The event marked a significant milestone in Malawi’s efforts to strengthen leadership within its health system.
The training was officially opened by Dr Lilian Chunda, Chief of Health Services in the Ministry of Health, on behalf of the Secretary for Health, Dr Samson Mndolo. In her remarks, Dr Chunda emphasised that the programme represents a strategic investment in healthcare leadership, especially for frontline professionals like nurses and midwives who are critical to service delivery across the country.
“This is more than just a training; it is a turning point. Nurses and midwives are the backbone of our health system, and empowering them with leadership skills will significantly improve the quality, efficiency, and equity of healthcare in Malawi,” said Dr Chunda.
The training is designed to build leadership capacity among mid-level nurses and midwives, equipping them with essential skills in:
- Strategic thinking and innovation
- Advocacy and policy engagement
- Health system reform
- Team building and effective communication
Dr Chunda highlighted that leadership in nursing and midwifery goes beyond clinical competence. It requires the vision, courage, and capacity to influence change; qualities the programme aims to nurture.
Dr Chunda applauded NMCM’s role in not only regulating the profession but also in promoting visionary leadership development. NMCM was recognised for aligning the training with broader national health priorities and ensuring that the programme supports both professional growth and system-wide improvement.
The successful launch of the programme was made possible through strong collaboration with key partners, including:
- Global Health Partnership (GHP) – for financial and technical support
- Florence Nightingale Foundation (FNF) – for curriculum development and mentorship
- Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) – for capacity-building support and peer learning
- Malawian faculty and mentors – for their dedication to delivering impactful sessions
Their combined contributions reflect a shared commitment to elevating nursing and midwifery standards in Malawi and beyond.
