Student Chapter

STUDENT CHAPTER

Meet out Students

Angella Botoman

Thokozani chisale

Alice Mazengera

Hilda Maluzo Simwaka

Wezzie Nkhata

Edith Buleya

Halima Kaipiranaya

Linda Kalumbi

Deborah Madziatayika

Angella Botoman

Malawi University of Science and Technology

Angella Botoman

Malawi University of Science and Technology

I am doing Medical Imaging. I am in year 3, at MUST

I would like to learn about research and becoming a researcher and publisher in my field. This is because in my field only few publications and research have been made, I believe there are many gaps thus a lot hasn’t been found. I would like to fill those gaps and also pave way for those coming after me. This would really improve radiology services which are offered in Malawi.

Thokozani chisale

Malamulo College

Thokozani chisale

Malamulo College

BSC in Nursing and Midwifery year 4, Malamulo College

Basically as a nurse I want to explore critical issues concerning maternal and child health and their impact on personal, community and national levels.

That’s why I was so interested to join WIDREM for the fact that its women centered gives me an opportunity to learn and add something to my knowledge base.

Alice Mazengera

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences

Alice Mazengera

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences

A Bachelor of Medical Science Student (hons) year 3

My research goals — I’m passionate about using innovation to solve real-world health challenges, particularly in maternal and neonatal health.

My research interests focus on improving healthcare delivery in low-resource settings by developing practical, community-based solutions to reduce preventable deaths among mothers and newborns.

I’m also drawn to infectious diseases and the role of molecular biology in advancing diagnostics and treatment.

As I grow in this field, I hope to contribute to research that blends innovation, public health and molecular science to strengthen health systems and promote equity in access to care.

Hilda Maluzo Simwaka

Malawi University of Science and Technology

Hilda Maluzo Simwaka

Malawi University of Science and Technology

I am Hilda Maluzo Simwaka, a third year student at MUST,

Under a Bachelor of Science in Medical Microbiology.

My goal in research is to move Malawi forward into a future of self-reliance by helping to bridge the existing research gaps.

Halima Kaipirana

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences

Halima Kaipirana

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences

I am Halima Kaipirana, a third year student at KUHeS,

Under a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science.

My goal is contribute to projects, build professional relationships, improve my communication skills, learn data management, learn grant and proposal writing..

Wezzie Nkhata

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences

Wezzie Nkhata

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences

I am Wezzie Nkhata,

Bachelor of Dental Surgery, year 4, KUHeS

My goal in research is to focus on developing preventative measures to reduce the incidence of dental-related diseases in our local society.

Linda Kalumbi

Malawi University of Science and Technology

Linda Kalumbi

Malawi University of Science and Technology

I am Linda Kalumbi,

Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Radiography), year 4, MUST

I have a strong passion for health research, driven by the need to improve patient care through accurate diagnosis. In many settings, including Malawi, there is a shortage of reliable data to guide clinical decisions. Through research, I hope to bridge this gap by contributing evidence-based solutions that support effective healthcare delivery and improved patient outcomes.

Edith Buleya

Malawi University of Science and Technology

Edith Buleya

Malawi University of Science and Technology

My name is Edith Buleya

A third year student at Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) studying Bachelor of Science in Medical Microbiology.

My research goals are to contribute to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) profiling in Malawi by supporting local surveillance efforts, with a focus on reducing the cost of testing through the in-house production of antimicrobial sensitivity discs.

Deborah Madziatayika

Malawi University of Science and Technology

Deborah Madziatayika

Malawi University of Science and Technology

My name is Deborah Madziatayika

A fourth year student at Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) studying Bachelor of Science in Medical Microbiology.

I'm passionate about health research and aspire to contribute to advancement in the field of microbiology. My goal is to contribute to evidence based solutions for disease prevention and control in Malawi and beyond.