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The Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College is an academic institution that provides Professional Military Education with a bid to develop officers to highest intellectual and military professional standards in command and control.

EXERCISE UFULU COMMENCES AT MDFCSC.Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College (MDFCSC) Commandant Maj Gen V P S Moyo...
24/08/2026

EXERCISE UFULU COMMENCES AT MDFCSC.

Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College (MDFCSC) Commandant Maj Gen V P S Moyo has officially open the Peace Support Operation Exercise UFULU on Monday 24 August 2026 at MDFCSC in Salima.

Exercise UFULU is a precursor to the Combined Joint African Exercise (CJAX) Exercise UHURU scheduled to commence on 31 August 2026. In his remarks, Maj Gen Moyo highlighted the significance of Ex UFULU pointing out that it is a key milestone for Southern African Development Community (SADC) region collective peace efforts.9 Staff Colleges in the SADC region are conducting a similar exercise that is Angola, Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Ex UFULU and Ex UHURU are critical platforms for SADC Staff Colleges in testing doctrines, refining strategies and enhancing readiness to respond effectively to complex peace support operations. It employs the African Union (AU) doctrine, which emphasises the importance of integration, unification context specific approach grounded in shared values and regional realities.

The Commandant called upon Participants, Directing Staff, Mentors, and media team to approach the exercise with seriousness it deserves, to share knowledge and experiences and to learn from one another
By Sergeant Zondani SAKALA and pictures by L/cpl Bridget Mlungu.

US DEFENCE ATTACHE VISITS THE MDFCSCThe United States Defence Attache (DA), Lieutenant Colonel James Guglielmi, paid a v...
20/08/2026

US DEFENCE ATTACHE VISITS THE MDFCSC

The United States Defence Attache (DA), Lieutenant Colonel James Guglielmi, paid a visit to the Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College (MDFCSC) on Wednesday 19th August 2026 in a move that highlighted the importance of continued professional engagement and cooperation between the two Defence establishments.

The defence attaché was warmly welcomed by the MDFCSC Commandant Major General Vincent Moyo, who led the official engagement at the college. During the visit, the Commandant briefed the defence attaché on the history and development of MDFCSC, outlining its role in preparing military officers for leadership and command responsibilities.

Following the briefing, the defence attaché toured several departments and facilities at the college. Among the areas visited were the college library and production department, as well as other key departments supporting the institution’s academic and professional activities.

The tour offered the Defence Attaché an opportunity to see firsthand how the college operates and the various resources available to support Professional Military Education.
The engagement concluded with the defence attaché expressing appreciation for the warm reception and the opportunity to learn more about the college with prospects of continued cooperation.

By Sergeant Zondani SAKALA

MDFCSC CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE DAYThe Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College (MDFCSC) on Tuesday, 7th July 2026,...
08/07/2026

MDFCSC CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE DAY

The Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College (MDFCSC) on Tuesday, 7th July 2026, commemorated Malawi’s Independence Day.

The event brought together Senior and Junior Command and Staff Course Student Officers, Directing Staff and Supporting Staff to celebrate the nation’s freedom and unity.

Although Malawi’s Independence Day fell on Monday, 6th July, the college community gathered at the college premises to mark the occasion with equal pride and enthusiasm, having observed the public holiday.

The occasion was graced by the presence of Colonel Joseph Mambo, the Deputy Commandant and Chief Instructor.

By Sgt Sakala

SCSC STUDENT OFFICERS VISIT NRB, AIRTEL MALAWI AND FIAFor the second leg of the Local Education Tour, now in Lilongwe, t...
01/07/2026

SCSC STUDENT OFFICERS VISIT NRB, AIRTEL MALAWI AND FIA

For the second leg of the Local Education Tour, now in Lilongwe, the Senior Command and Staff Course (SCSC) Student Officers first engaged the ICT Department of the National Registration Bureau (NRB) at the Golden Peacock Hotel.

Led by Mr. Mbawaka Makhwawa, Head of Identity Management, the NRB team briefed the Student Officers on the Bureau’s mandate, upcoming innovations such as digital IDs, and how NRB is navigating the cyber domain.

Later, at Airtel Malawi Headquarters in the City Centre, Mr. Abdul-Shaik, Director of Finance and his “Red Team” delivered a series of presentations to the Student Officers. The sessions covered the company’s digital financial services, telecommunications infrastructure and cybersecurity practices and fail safe measures.

The final informative session for the day was with the Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA). The FIA’s team, led by Mr. Eldridge Mwangonde, Director of ICT, presented on FIA’s role in combating financial crimes, its data analysis capabilities and the measures it has implemented to safeguard its systems since 2007.

By L/Cpl Bridget Mlungu

SCSC STUDENT OFFICERS VISIT ESCOM AND NICO TECHNOLOGIESMarking the second day of the Local Education Tour in Blantyre, t...
30/06/2026

SCSC STUDENT OFFICERS VISIT ESCOM AND NICO TECHNOLOGIES

Marking the second day of the Local Education Tour in Blantyre, the Senior Command and Staff Course (SCSC) Student Officers first visited the ESCOM Training Centre in Mpemba.

In line with the tour’s theme “Cyber and Emerging Technologies in National Security: Resilience of Critical Infrastructure and Industry Force Multiplier”, the ESCOM ICT team delivered an interactive presentation. The session focused on ESCOM’s telecommunications facilities and their role in ensuring the resilience of critical energy infrastructure.

Later, at Ryall’s Hotel, the NICO Technologies team engaged the Student Officers in a discussion on the company’s role in the cyber space, the challenges it faces and the mitigation strategies it employs.

This marked the conclusion of the Blantyre leg of the tour. The next destination is Lilongwe City.

SCSC STUDENT OFFICERS VISIT MTLThe Senior Command and Staff Course (SCSC) Student Officers concluded the first day of th...
29/06/2026

SCSC STUDENT OFFICERS VISIT MTL

The Senior Command and Staff Course (SCSC) Student Officers concluded the first day of their Local Education Tour with a visit to Malawi Telecommunications Limited (MTL) in Chichiri, Blantyre.

The ICT team, led by Mr. Fredrick Mswayo, Director of Services and Operations, briefed the Student Officers on MTL’s operations, service portfolio and experiences within the cyber domain.

Following the presentation, the Student Officers were given a tour of the MTL Chichiri facility.

By L/Cpl B. Mlungu

SCSC VISITS MALAWI REVENUE AUTHORITY ICT DEPARTMENT Continuing their Local Education Tour, Student Officers of the Seni...
29/06/2026

SCSC VISITS MALAWI REVENUE AUTHORITY ICT DEPARTMENT

Continuing their Local Education Tour, Student Officers of the Senior Command and Staff Course (SCSC) visited the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), specifically the ICT Department at Msonkho House in Blantyre.

The delegation was taken on a tour of the facility by ICT team led by Dr. Charles Fodya, Director of ICT. The Student Officers appreciated how the Department manages its day-to-day operations within the cyber domain, including the challenges and strategies used to secure MRA’s digital systems.

By S/Sgt Suzgo Nkhata

SENIOR COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE CONDUCTS LOCAL EDUCATION TOUR IN BLANTYREStudent Officers of the Senior Command and Staf...
29/06/2026

SENIOR COMMAND AND STAFF COURSE CONDUCTS LOCAL EDUCATION TOUR IN BLANTYRE

Student Officers of the Senior Command and Staff Course (SCSC) 07 AY 26 are currently undertaking a Local Education Tour under the theme: “Cyber and Emerging Technologies in National Security: Resilience of Critical Infrastructure and Industry Force Multiplier”

The tour commenced in Blantyre with a visit to the Immigration and Citizenship Services Department. During the engagement, Student Officers were briefed on the Department’s initiatives to strengthen the cyber security of its e-platforms.

In his presentation, Assistant Commissioner Mr Ibrahim M***a, Head of the ICT Department, outlined the e-platforms adopted by the Department, the challenges encountered in their implementation and the mitigation measures instituted to address those challenges.

The Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College (MDFCSC) delegation led by the Chief Instructor, Colonel J. Mambo, expressed appreciation to the Department’s officers for the comprehensive briefing provided to the Student Officers.

MDFCSC Hosts CJAX Train-The-Trainer WorkshopThe Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College (MDFCSC) officially opene...
22/06/2026

MDFCSC Hosts CJAX Train-The-Trainer Workshop

The Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College (MDFCSC) officially opened the Combined Joint African Exercise (CJAX) Train-The-Trainer (T3) workshop on Monday, 22 June, at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe.

Major General V.P.S. Moyo, MDFCSC Commandant and Coordinating Authority for CJAX 2026, presided over the opening. In his address, he welcomed visiting Commandants, Directing Staff, Officers, Police representatives, and civilians. He also extended appreciation to the SADC Regional Peacekeeping Training Centre and the African Union Peace Support Operations Division for their continued support of CJAX.

The workshop aims to enhance interoperability and build collective capacity among African Defence Forces to plan and conduct joint multinational operations.

Presentations by DSs from participating colleges followed the opening, outlining the exercise’s objectives and methodology.

The five-day workshop will run until Friday, 26 June. MDFCSC is hosting delegations from eight countries: Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, the Republic of South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

By Sgt Zondani Sakala and L/Cpl Bridget Mlungu.

INDIAN HIGH COMMISSIONER VISITS MDFCSCThe High Commissioner of India to Malawi His Excellency Mr Amararam Gujah paid a v...
09/06/2026

INDIAN HIGH COMMISSIONER VISITS MDFCSC

The High Commissioner of India to Malawi His Excellency Mr Amararam Gujah paid a visit to Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College (MDFCSC) on Tuesday 9th June 2026.

This is a precursor visit in preparation for the course participants of Indian National War College scheduled for later this year. Welcomed by the Commandant MDFCSC Maj Gen V P S Moyo, the High Commissioner recognised the role and commitment of MDFCSC in Proffessinal Military Education highlighting continued support and strengthening India Malawi relations.

By Sgt Zondani Sakala

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