Minister of Education Bright Msaka has expressed satisfaction with the successful administration of the 2026 Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) examinations, describing the exercise as peaceful and largely free from the serious incidents that characterised some previous examination periods.
Msaka made the remarks on Thursday during an official visit to Bwaila Secondary School in Lilongwe, where he witnessed the conclusion of the national examinations as candidates completed practical papers in Technical Drawing, Woodwork and Metalwork.
The minister commended students for their creativity and practical skills after touring an exhibition of products they had designed and manufactured as part of their technical studies.
The display featured window frames, chairs, tables, drawers, maize shellers, window fittings, bats and other handcrafted items.
He said the quality of the students’ work demonstrates the importance of strengthening technical and vocational education, describing such skills as critical to Malawi’s economic development.
Msaka noted that learners equipped with practical skills are better positioned to create employment opportunities for themselves even if they do not proceed to university.
“This is the kind of talent and innovation Malawi needs. These students have acquired skills that can help them earn a living and contribute to national development,” he said.
The 2026 MSCE examinations began on June 29 and concluded on July 24. Throughout the examination period, the minister conducted supervision visits across the country, beginning in Mzuzu and concluding at Bwaila Secondary School in Lilongwe, where technical practical examinations were administered.
The Ministry of Education says the smooth completion of the examinations reflects improved coordination and the commitment of teachers, invigilators, examination officials and security personnel in ensuring the credibility of the national assessment process.
