Minister of Education, Science and Technology Bright Msaka has urged graduates of the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) to use their knowledge, skills and creativity to develop solutions that can support Malawi’s industrial transformation and national development.
Speaking on Thursday during MUST’s 7th congregation at the university campus in Thyolo, held under the theme “Innovating for Resilience: Science and Technology for an Industrialised Malawi,” Msaka said science, technology and innovation are key drivers of the country’s development.
Msaka said government believes that the greatest investment any nation can make is in its people through education, research and technological advancement.
He said education, science and technology equip citizens with the skills needed to create solutions, generate wealth and improve livelihoods.
The Minister said innovation has become increasingly important in addressing global challenges such as rapid technological changes, climate uncertainty and shifting labour markets.
He said countries that invest in innovation are better positioned to create industries, generate jobs and build sustainable economic growth.
Msaka said industrialisation is not only about establishing factories, but also about adding value to local products, developing technologies that solve local challenges, manufacturing goods that Malawi imports and creating meaningful employment opportunities for young people.
Meanwhile, outgoing MUST Vice Chancellor Professor Address Malata said one of her greatest achievements during her ten years of service has been witnessing young people discover their potential.
Professor Malata said many students joined the university uncertain about their future but are graduating as engineers, scientists, innovators and leaders ready to contribute to national development.
She said the graduation ceremony was not only a celebration of academic achievement, but also recognition of the sacrifices made by families, the commitment of lecturers and researchers, and the future contribution of graduates to Malawi’s development.
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