The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) has made significant progress in its pre-service training programs, with a total of 5,136 students enrolled as of December 31, 2023. Ekwendeni College of Health Sciences had the highest student population at 1,135, while Nkhoma College of Nursing and Midwifery had the lowest with 154 students. 45% of students were enrolled in diploma programs for nursing and midwifery, followed by 16% in clinical medicine. During the reporting period, a new nutrition program was introduced, and plans are underway to launch a diploma in public health, regulated by the Medical Council of Malawi. Scholarship support remained a cornerstone of CHAM’s commitment to student success, with 582 students sponsored by various organizations. This included 175 students supported by CHAM through CDC scholarships, and 39 students at risk of dropping out who were considered for one-time scholarships. The CDC was the only donor channeling scholarship support through the CHAM Secretariat, while other donors provided support directly to the colleges. Enrollment for the year reached 2,209 students, with 908 graduates from across all CHAM colleges. Key interventions included supportive supervision, principals’ meetings, and faculty orientation on monitoring and evaluation tools. The year climaxed with 5 colleges receiving buses to alleviate transportation challenges, and securing support from GIZ and PATH.
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