National Council for Higher Education

Happy Independence Day Malawi!

Following the successful completion of Phase 1 of the Tracer Study Training Workshop, the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), is pleased to invite Higher Education Institutions, professionals and interested individuals to Phase 2: Data Analysis,taking place from 8th-10th July, 2026.

NCHE SUCCESSFULLY HOLDS TRACER STUDY TRAINING WORKSHOP FOR HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS

Last week, the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), with support from the World Bank through the Skills for A Vibrant Economy (SAVE) Project, successfully concluded the first phase of a three-phase Tracer Study Training Workshop held from 10–12 June 2026 at Chikho Hotel in Mponela, Dowa District.

The workshop brought together representatives from public and private higher education institutions across Malawi to strengthen their capacity to conduct graduate tracer studies and utilise the findings to support evidence-based decision-making.

Officially opening the workshop, NCHE Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ignasio Jimu, underscored the importance of tracer studies in understanding graduate outcomes, employability, skills relevance, and labour market needs, noting that the findings are critical for improving higher education programmes and informing policy decisions.

Over the three days, participants explored tracer study fundamentals, methodologies and sampling procedures, questionnaire development, and the Malawi Tracer Study Master Questionnaire, including how institutions can adapt it to their specific contexts.

The training is part of ongoing efforts under the SAVE Project aimed at strengthening data-driven quality enhancement and ensuring that higher education remains responsive to labour market demands and national development priorities.

In this week’s edition of , we’re talking about accreditation.

Accreditation is the process that comes after registration and applies to both public and private higher education institutions.

Accreditation covers both the institution and the programmes it offers.

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) is mandated to assess and accredit higher education institutions and their programmes in Malawi.

More in our next episode.

🎓 Looking to build practical capacity in conducting graduate tracer studies for evidence-based decisions?

Registration is still in progress for the NCHE Tracer Study Training Workshop!

📍 Venue: Mponela, Dowa
📅 Dates: 10–12 June 2026 (Phase 1 of 3)

💰 Training Fee: MK750,000 per participant, per phase

📌 Payment Details:
Bank: National Bank of Malawi
Account Name: NCHE Tracer Study
Account Number: 1001500291
Branch: Capital City

📞 For inquiries:
0998 111 500
✉️ [email protected]

Secure your place and strengthen your skills in tracer study design, implementation, analysis, and reporting.

Congratulations Dr. Mipando, from all of us at the National Council for Higher Education!

📢 NCHE Announces Appointment of New Chief Executive Officer

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Ignacio Malizani Jimu as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 June 2026.

Dr Jimu brings over 25 years of progressive experience in higher education, having served in various academic, leadership, and quality assurance roles. His wealth of knowledge and experience will be instrumental in advancing NCHE's mandate of promoting quality, accessible, relevant and inclusive higher education in Malawi.

Join us in congratulating Dr Jimu on his appointment and wishing him every success as he leads NCHE into its next chapter.

CALL FOR REGISTRATION: TRACER STUDY TRAINING WORKSHOP

Data-driven decisions start with quality tracer studies.

NCHE is inviting higher education professionals and stakeholders to a practical training workshop aimed at strengthening institutional capacity in graduate tracer studies and labour market tracking.

Whether you are involved in quality assurance, planning, research, or monitoring and evaluation, this workshop offers valuable practical insights to support informed decision-making in higher education.

Limited spaces available. Contact us to register.

📞 0998111500
📧 [email protected]