Public Health Institute of Malawi

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  • Solar power improves preparedness at PHIM

    Solar power improves preparedness at PHIM

    In a significant step towards sustainable development, the National Public Health Emergency Operations Centre of the Public Health Institute of Malawi (PHIM) now has sustainable power solutions. This initiative aims to improve preparedness of PHIM, ensuring uninterrupted power supply for critical health services and surveillance data management systems.

    Solar panel for seamless power supply for the NPHEOC

    The introduction of solar power is expected to mitigate the challenges posed by frequent power outages, thereby improving the overall health service delivery in the region. The investment was supported by the Norwegian Institute of Public health who has a long standing collaboration with PHIM focusing on strengthening public health infrastructure and disease surveillance systems in Malawi. The procurement process of the solar panels was supported by a technical team from the Ministry of Energy.

    Dr. Trude Arnesen

    Dr. Trude Arnesen, a senior doctor at NIPH seconded to PHIM, emphasized the importance of this initiative: “Reliable energy is crucial for the effective functioning of the emergency operating center. By providing solar power solutions, we aim to support PHIM in its mission to deliver quality health services to the people of Malawi.“
    This project underscores the potential of renewable energy in transforming healthcare systems in developing countries.

    Officers from Ministry of Energy, MERA and Inspecting the solar project.

    How do you feel about this initiative? Do you think renewable energy could be a game-changer for other health sectors in Malawi as well?

  • Dr. Dzinkambani Kambalame Presents At Kamuzu University Of Health Sciences 2024 Research Dissemination Conference.

    Dr. Dzinkambani Kambalame Presents At Kamuzu University Of Health Sciences 2024 Research Dissemination Conference.

    Lilongwe, Malawi – October 4, 2024.

    The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) successfully hosted its 2024 Research Dissemination Conference, featuring a keynote presentation by the esteemed Dr. Dzimbikani Kambalame. Dr. Kambalame delivered an insightful presentation on the “National Health Research Agenda: Progress, Gaps, and Opportunities.”

    The conference brought together leading researchers, policymakers, and healthcare professionals to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in health research. Dr. Kambalame’s presentation highlighted the significant strides made in national health research, identified existing gaps, and explored potential opportunities for future development.

    Reflecting on the event, Dr. Kambalame remarked, “This conference was a pivotal moment for us to reflect on our progress, address the gaps, and seize the opportunities that lie ahead in our national health research agenda”.

    Attendees found the session as informative, gaining valuable insights into the current state of health research in Malawi and beyond. The event emphasized KUHeS’s commitment to fostering a collaborative environment for knowledge sharing and innovation in health sciences.

  • ECSACONM Biennial Scientific Conference Advances Healthcare

    ECSACONM Biennial Scientific Conference Advances Healthcare

    Maseru, Lesotho – September 2024.

    The 16th East, Central, and Southern Africa College of Nursing and Midwifery (ECSACONM) Biennial Scientific Conference themed ‘‘The Role of Evidence-Based Practice and Innovations in Nursing and Midwifery in Combating Emerging and Re-emerging Pandemics’’ held at the Avani Hotel in the Kingdom of Lesotho marked a significant milestone in advancing healthcare in the region.

    The conference was attended by over 1000 delegates from sixteen countries namely; Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, South Africa, Rwanda, Botswana, Namibia, Swaziland, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Seychelles, Democratic Republic of Congo and Mauritius. Malawi was represented by sixteen delegates.

    Dr. Chitsa Banda posing with Mrs. Chikondi Chimbatata on the event.

    Dr. Evelyn Chitsa Banda- deputy director for research division and Mrs. Chikondi Chimbatata from PHIM were also in attendance. Mrs Chimbatata presented an abstract titled; Paediatric Sickle Cell Disease at a tertiary hospital in Malawi: a retrospective cross sectional study.

    The conference offered a platform to reflect, share experience, and collaborate on strategies to strengthen our response to future pandemics and improve nursing and midwifery practice.