This edition explores how agricultural biotechnology holds immensepotential in addressing agricultural production challenges faced byMalawi. The brief focuses on the contributions of agricultural biotechnologyin the cotton industry by improving resilience to pests and diseaseswith specific emphasis on the cotton bollworm Read and download the full policy brief here:
Introduction Recognizing the critical role that small and medium enterprises (SMEs), entrepreneurs, and innovators play in driving Malawi’s economic transformation, the Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI), in partnership with the National Commission of Science and Technology (NCST), is pleased to announce the Inaugural Innovation and Entrepreneurship Read more…
The Tanzanian Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH) visited the National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST) from 29 September to 2 October, 2025 on a learning mission as the United Republic of Tanzania plans to establish a similar initiative to Grand Challenges Malawi with a purpose to mobilise more Read more…
NATIONAL RESEARCH DISSEMINATION CONFERENCE Theme: Research, Innovation, Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship Towards a Productive and Resilient Nation DATE: 26th -28th AUGUST 2025 VENUE: Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) NCST is pleased to invite the general public to the 5 NRDC where researchers, innovators, policymakers, and academics from across Malawi will present Read more…
The Africa Open Lab 2025 Call for proposals is now open to receiving concept notes from early career researchers in sub–Saharan Africa. With up to £100,000 per award, mentoring, and scientific support, this program is focused on building local research capacity and supporting impactful research in infectious diseases including malaria, Read more…
Call Closing Date: 15th August 2025 Call Opening Date: 16 July, 2025 Introduction OFAB-Malawi Chapter is calling for entries from all journalists reporting on sustainable agricultural biotechnologies for the OFAB Annual Media Awards for 2025. The Awards will be at OFAB-Malawi Chapter level and later culminate into the OFAB-Africa Media Read more…
In a significant effort to tackle pressing agricultural challenges and enhance community development, the National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST) is set to launch an innovative project focused on the transfer of appropriate technology. This initiative, in collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Lilongwe University Read more…
The National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST) hosted a team fromthe Southern African Research and Innovation Management Association (SARIMA)for a Technical Assistance Visit (TAV) from 2 nd -4 th June 2025. The visit wasundertaken against the background of the Science Granting Councils Initiative(SGCI) project entitled “Strengthening the Practices and Read more…
Introduction The National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST) was established by the Science and Technology Act Number 16 of 2003 to advise the Government and other stakeholders on all science and technology matters in order to achieve a science and technology led development. The mission of the NCST is Read more…
State Open Tender Contracting Authority: Southern African Development Community SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS FOR FUNDING UNDER THE SADC HIV AND AIDS SPECIAL FUND ROUND IV Guidelinesfor grant applicants Budget; USD 6,000,000.00 Reference: SADC/3/5/2/397 Deadline for submission of concept note and full application: DATE 23rd JUNE 2025 NOTICE This is an open Read more…