MALAWI: Bishop Nyirenda is the New Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Mzuzu, Malawi
The newly installed Bishop of the Catholic diocese of Mzuzu Right Reverend Yohane Suzgo Nyirenda.
By Susan Moyo
Several people across the country and abroad on 3rd May,2025, gathered at Mzuzu stadium to witness the episcopal installation of Rt Rev Yohane Suzgo Nyirenda as the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Mzuzu.
The Installation ceremony took place at St Peter’s Cathedral, where the Bishop Emeritus of Mzuzu Diocese, Right Reverend John Ryan, handed over the authority to the new bishop.
The event was presided over by the Apostolic Nuncio for Malawi and Zambia, His Excellency Most Reverend Gian Luca Perici.
A few selected individuals witnessed the ceremony at the Cathedral due to limited space.
Speaking at the event, the Apostolic Nuncio asked Christians to always support the new bishop to fulfill the mission of Jesus Christ.
Emeritus bishop said he will continue supporting the church.
The president of the Malawi Conference of Catholic Bishops (MCCB), Right Reverend Martin Anwel Mtumbuka, advised Bishop Nyirenda to live a prayerful life to be successful.
On his Part, bishop Nyirenda asked the priest and the Laity to be united.
“I am committed to growing the Diocese; this can only be possible if we remain united, as I have accepted the new role. I ask the Christians to support me,” he said.
On 1 April 2025, Late Pope Francis appointed Right Reverend Yohane Suzgo Nyirenda as the bishop of Mzuzu following the request from Bishop Ryan, who has retired.
Various people, including Catholic Bishops from the 8 Dioceses in Malawi, bishops from Zambia and Zimbabwe, Religious Men and Women, President of Malawi, Dr Lazarus Chakwera, cabinet ministers, Paramount Chiefs, and the clergy, attended this historical event
Bishop Nyirenda is the Fifth Local Ordinary of Mzuzu Diocese and the second Diocesan Priest to be appointed a bishop.
