ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS), formalising a partnership aimed at advancing education, training, and professional development in procurement and .
The signing ceremony took place on 5th November 2025 at the ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ University Campus in Lilongwe. On behalf of ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ University, Malawi, Dr Fritz Kadyoma signed the MoU, and on behalf of MIPS, the President, Mr Blessings Salima, signed.
Through this MoU, ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ and MIPS aim to promote joint initiatives such as academic collaboration, research projects, knowledge exchange, and professional training programmes. The partnership is expected to enhance learning opportunities for procurement professionals and support the development of sustainable procurement practices in Malawi.
Speaking at the ceremony, both institutions reaffirmed their shared commitment to promoting high standards of professionalism and capacity building in the field of procurement and supply.
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ continues to strengthen its partnerships with key professional bodies across Malawi and beyond, furthering its mission to make quality higher education accessible and impactful.
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ the Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS)
The Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS) is a membership body for procurement and supply professionals in Malawi. The Institute regulates the profession, develops the interests of practitioners across sectors, and promotes professionalism in procurement and supply. MIPS works with various stakeholders to ensure sustainable and credible procurement practices through platforms for knowledge sharing, experience exchange, and professional networking.
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