Forum for African Women Educationalists in Malawi - fawema

15/10/2026

𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐖𝐄/𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐅𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐓 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐌𝐄 𝐁𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐖𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐙𝐄𝐃 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐄𝐍 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄

The Forum for African Women Educationalists in Malawi (FAWEMA) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and Ministry of Labour have launched a Bursary Support Program for marginalised young women and men to access tertiary education. Bursaries available are targeting 80% female and 20% male for program participants (students) interested in pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) courses. The program will prioritize participants facing the highest social and economic barriers, with 15% of them being persons with disability, internally displaced persons and refugees.

Eligibility Criteria for TEVET Bursaries at FAWEMA


Applicants must:

a) Be aged between 15 – 25 years at the time of applying.
b) Have Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or its equivalent.
c) Be willing to undertake any STEM Courses from the Technical Colleges listed
d) Not be a current beneficiary of any other bursary scheme or similar bursary elsewhere.
e) Commit to pursue a three (3) year certificate course.
f) Be young people from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Those living with disabilities, internally displaced persons, refugees, orphaned (total or partial) are encouraged to apply.
c) Be willing to give back to his/her community through development services after completion of their education.

Colleges that FAWEMA and the Ministry of Labour have partnered with for the 2027 intake

i. Livingstonia Technical College in Rumphi.
ii. Mzuzu Technical College in Mzuzu.
iii. Namitete Technical College in Lilongwe.
iv. Lilongwe Technical College in Lilongwe.
v. Malawi Council of Disability Affairs (MACODA) in Lilongwe.
vi. Salima Technical College in Salima.
vii. Nasawa Technical College in Zomba, and
viii. Soche Technical College, in Blantyre.

HOW TO APPLY
• You can scan the QR code below using a smartphone camera to open and download the form directly or you can click or tap the direct web link provided on https://tinyurl.com/4hx9s3em to download the application form
• Download Application form from the FAWEMA website: www.fawema.org.
• You can also obtain a hard copy application form from the Teachers Development Centres (TDCs) or District Education offices across the country.
• Complete the application form fully
• Attach a copy of your MSCE
• Attach recommendation letters from the head of your previous school or district social welfare officer or traditional leader from your community
• Attach a copy of your National Identity card
• Those of refugee status should attach certified Refugee Certificate.
• Submit your application form and all attachments to the Teacher Development Centres (TDCs) or District Education Offices.
• Alternatively, send you application form and all required attachments to [email protected].
You can also collect an application form from FAWEMA office in Area 47, sector 3, in Lilongwe or through email request directed to [email protected]. The closing date for receiving applications is 7th NOVEMBER 2026. The application process is totally free of charge. For enquiries call: 0896510711/0981654355 during working hours only.

15/10/2026

09/10/2026

Are you passionate about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)? This is your opportunity to study a STEM-related programme at the Catholic University of Malawi through bridging with a full bursary under the FAWE/Mastercard Foundation Phase11 programme. The available programmes include Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics, Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Midwifery, and Bachelor of Science Education – Mathematical Sciences. Full details in the flyer! To download the application form, Scan the QR Code using Smartphone or tap/click https://tinyurl.com/28nszrns

05/10/2026

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐃𝐚𝐲!

Today, FAWEMA joins the global community in celebrating teachers and the invaluable role they play in shaping lives, empowering communities, and driving national development.
This year’s theme, “Standing with Teachers: 60 Years of Protecting the Profession, Advancing Its Status and Shaping Our Futures,” reminds us of the need to support, protect, and elevate the teaching profession while recognizing the critical contribution teachers make to building a better future for all.
As an organization with one of the largest teacher memberships in Malawi, FAWEMA remains committed to advocating for and supporting teachers who dedicate their lives to nurturing the next generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers.
To all teachers in Malawi and around the world, thank you for your dedication, resilience, passion, and unwavering commitment to education. Your work continues to transform lives and inspire hope every day.
Happy World Teachers’ Day!

25/09/2026

𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲

The Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) is one of the largest and most
prestigious international scholarship schemes in the world. Since it was established in 1959, over
30,000 individuals have held a Commonwealth Scholarship or Fellowship – 28,500 of them were
funded by the UK government, through the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the
United Kingdom (CSC).
The CSC awards around 700 scholarships and fellowships for postgraduate study and
professional development to Commonwealth citizens each year. The CSC’s Secretariat is
provided by the Association of Commonwealth Universities, based in London; overseas services
are provided by the British Council.
In Malawi, FAWEMA serves as a nominating agency for the Commonwealth Scholarships,
supporting eligible applicants through the application process.
FAWEMA is, therefore, pleased to invite potential candidates who wish to apply for the
Commonwealth Scholarships under FAWE as a nominating agency to express their interest.
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the eligibility criteria and application
requirements carefully before submitting their applications within the stipulated deadline.
Please take note that the application window for Commonwealth Scholarships opened on 8th
September and closes on 20th October 2026.
Full eligibility requirements for PhD candidates are available at:
https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-phd-scholarships-for-least-developed
countries-and-vulnerable-states/
Full eligibility requirements for Master’s candidates are available at:
https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-masters-scholarships/
Selection Criteria:
The CSC will make the final selection of candidates and seeks candidates of the highest
academic quality who demonstrate a real capacity to make a difference to their home country on
completion of their award. The CSC's selection committee will grade applications on the
following criteria:
• Candidate Merit (including academic and leadership experience)
• Quality of the study plan
• Potential impact of the work on the development of the candidate's home country
For more information on the application procedure, eligible fields of study, and important dates,
please visit the official Commonwealth Scholarship website or contact FAWEMA on
[email protected]
Don't miss this opportunity to advance your academic and professional aspirations through the
2027 Commonwealth Scholarship Programme.

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Fawema 𝐅𝐀𝐖𝐄𝐌𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 FAWE Malawi (FAWEMA) staff this week took time away from their bu...

27/08/2026

𝐕𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓: 𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐑

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25/08/2026

𝐊𝐮𝐲𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐑𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐢’𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭

August is a special month when young people around the world celebrate their voices, contributions, and potential to shape a better future through the observance of International Youth Day, held on 12th August every year.
In Malawi, the celebrations culminated in a National Youth Summit held from 18th to 20th August at the Bingu International Convention Centre in Lilongwe under the theme “Accelerating Progress: Reflecting on Impact, Expanding Prospects for Youth Development in Malawi.”
Organised by the National Youth Council of Malawi (NYCOM), the summit brought together young people from across the country, government officials, civil society organisations, development partners and other stakeholders, with the Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, Hon. Alfred Gangata, serving as the Guest of Honour.
The celebrations have since escalated into a month-long programme of activities, creating opportunities for young people to engage, learn, and contribute to discussions on issues affecting their lives.
For FAWEMA, the summit provided an important opportunity for young people under the Kuyenda Project, supported by Education Out Loud, to take their experiences from their communities to a national platform.
Four young people—Martha Chisati, Ephraim Nyirenda, Blessings Thindwa, and Masautso Chiwilira—represented the 90 young people participating in the Kuyenda project, which is being implemented in Nkhata Bay and Nkhotakota districts.
Through open discussions with government officials and other stakeholders, they were able to listen, learn and engage on issues affecting young people, including education, employment, entrepreneurship, leadership, technology, innovation and participation in national development.
More importantly, the experience reinforced the importance of ensuring that young people are not merely consulted, but are given meaningful opportunities to speak, debate and influence decisions.
Through Kuyenda, FAWEMA is supporting young people to use evidence, advocacy and social accountability to address challenges within education systems.

12/08/2026

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲

Today, we commemorate International Youth Day under the theme, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.” The theme highlights the reality that while young people's lives are shaped by diverse national and local contexts, their aspirations for dignity, opportunity, meaningful participation, and a sustainable future remain remarkably similar, regardless of borders, income levels, or circumstances.

FAWEMA joins like-minded organizations, both local and international, as well as the Government of Malawi, in celebrating this important day. In a special way, we celebrate the power, potential, creativity, and innovation of young people, especially girls and young women who are shaping their future through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

By creating opportunities, breaking barriers, and nurturing talent, we can empower the next generation of female innovators, leaders, and problem-solvers to drive sustainable development and transform communities. Let us renew our commitment to inspiring, supporting, and investing in girls and women in STEM, because when they thrive, our societies prosper, our economies grow stronger, and our future becomes brighter.

Happy International Youth Day!

12/08/2026

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲

On this year’s International Youth Day (12th August 2026), we celebrate the power, potential, and innovation of young people, especially girls and young women who are shaping the future through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). By creating opportunities, breaking barriers, and nurturing talent, we can empower the next generation of female innovators, leaders, and problem-solvers to drive sustainable development and transform communities. Let us commit to inspiring, supporting, and investing in girls and women in STEM, because when they thrive, our societies and economies grow stronger.