MALAWI: Popular Musician in Malawi Challenges CUNIMA Graduates to Break the Culture of Excuses
Luke Bisani
Renowned Malawian artist Patience Namandingo has challenged graduating students from the Catholic University of Malawi (CUNIMA) to break the longstanding culture of excuses that he says has hindered Malawi’s development.
Speaking during a final-year students’ dinner held at Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre last week, Namandingo urged the soon-to-be graduates to rise above the blame game that has characterized leadership in the country for decades.
He observed that since the colonial era, leaders have continually cited excuses to justify shortcomings in Malawi’s development efforts.
“After the dawn of multiparty democracy, we now have leaders who always blame their predecessors, and the trend continues. You need to be agents of change for this country,” said Namandingo.
Co-guest of honour and Managing Director of Centenary Bank, Godfrey Byekwaso, encouraged the students to demonstrate responsible citizenship in their conduct.
He warned that the misuse of social media can negatively affect job prospects once students enter the professional world.
CUNIMA Vice Chancellor, Professor Francis Moto, commended the students for their dedication and hard work as they approach the completion of their studies. He further urged them to uphold the university’s reputation by applying the holistic education they have acquired over the years.
The event brought together final-year students from seven faculties offered at the Catholic University of Malawi across various disciplines.
Born in 1989, Patience Namandingo is a singer, songwriter, and gospel artist known for blending gospel with Afro-pop, soul, and other genres.
