AUDA-NEPAD Hosts 2026 Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Week
AUDA-NEPAD Hosts 2026 Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Week

The National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST), as a member of the Science Granting Council Initiative (SGCI), is this week taking part in the 2026 Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Week.The STI Week is being hosted by the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) in Addis Ababa from 10 to 12 February, 2026.NCST Director General Gift A. Kadzamira is among the delegates that have convened in Addis Ababa to discuss ways of accelerating STI-led development across the continent. Events during the STI Week included the launch of three landmark reports that set out Africa’s path toward a knowledge‑driven future, and […]

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SGCI funded Aquaculture Project shows promising results
SGCI funded Aquaculture Project shows promising results

The National Commission for Science and Technology, with funding from the Science Granting Council Initiative (SGCI), has been supporting Mzuzu University to implement a project that seeks to promote small-scale cage aquaculture in Likoma.Small scale cage aquaculture involves constructing and installing fish cages in the lake and stocking them with healthy and improved fingerlings. To implement the project, the University collaborated with the Likoma District Fisheries office to introduce the technology to fish farmers in Likoma.One of the lead researchers, Professor Fanuel Kapute, said that by integrating modern aquaculture technology with strong community participation, the project reduces reliance on the […]

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Academy of Sciences Malawi Inaugurates Newly Elected Fellows
Academy of Sciences Malawi Inaugurates Newly Elected Fellows

The Malawi Academy of Sciences (TAS) in collaboration with the National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST) on Wednesday 18th February, 2026 held an inauguration ceremony for 22 newly elected TAS fellows.The fellows are accomplished and renowned scholars and professionals in medical sciences engineering, agriculture, mathematics, social and environmental sciences, and statistical sciences, who were elected through a rigorous peer-review process.Speaking during the inauguration ceremony Deputy Director of Science, Technology and Innovation Dr. George Vakusi describes the Academy as a catalyst for progress which is poised to foster and advance scientific knowledge in the country.“The Academy will coordinate the expertise of […]

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Technology Needs Assessmentfor the Republicof Malawi 2026 Report
Technology Needs Assessmentfor the Republicof Malawi 2026 Report

This report presents a Technology Needs Assessment (TNA) for the Republic of Malawi, conducted by the UN Technology Bank for Least Developed Countries (UN Technology Bank) in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology of the Republic of Malawi. The TNA identifies critical areas where technological opportunities can meet national needs, and it thus serves as an important tool to guide the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Policy and Strategy for national development. Download the full report below:

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Research Funding Opportunity – Nexa Call
Research Funding Opportunity – Nexa Call

Grand Challenges Malawi (GCM) under the National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST) is proud to announce a new call under Climate and Health Innovation – Nexa Research Call. GCM, a partner of Global Grand Challenges Network is seeking to invest in Proof of Concept innovations, meaning the testing of early-stage ideas, methods, or products. This is the stage where an innovation is field-tested in a real-world pilot to assess its potential for impact, as well as technical, operational, and financial viability.

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BUSINESSINNOVATION SURVEY(BIS) REPORT 2023-2024
BUSINESSINNOVATION SURVEY(BIS) REPORT 2023-2024

In 2025, the National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST), in collaboration with the National Statistical Office (NSO), conducted Malawi’s first-ever Business Innovation Survey (BIS), collecting data for the years 2023 and 2024. This landmark survey marks a significant step in Malawi’s commitment to strengthening the National Innovation System and fostering the development of new goods, services, and processes that drive job creation, improve productivity, and stimulate economic growth. At the highest levels of governance, it has been recognized that Malawi requires innovative solutions across all sectors of the economy. The findings of this survey underscore the importance of positioning […]

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Research and Technology development and management

To provide direction in the development of national research priorities, leadership in research and innovation granting and ethics management

RSTI collaboration, cooperation and partnerships

To facilitate strategic alliances with national and international stakeholders, including academia, industry, government, and civil society, are crucial for maximizing the impact of RSTI activities

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Innovation, Technology Transfer and commercialisation

To promote innovation, facilitate technology transfer, and accelerate the commercialization process at all levels

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RSTI information and Knowledge management

To promote national STI awareness and culture at all levels of society, develop and synthesize STI indicators for making evidence based policy decisions

Resource mobilisation and Enabling Environment
Resource mobilisation, RSTI Governance and Enabling Environment

To seek secure, sustainable and scalable funding and facilitate development of RSTI policies and regulations, institutional frameworks.

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