The Centre for Resilient Agri-food Systems (CRAFS) at the University of Malawi aims to develop and promote knowledge and research capacity of agri-food systems as multi-disciplinary and multifaceted, including food information systems, storage, post-harvest handling, processing, distribution, and consumption. The Centre leverages the UNIMA’s diverse academic disciplines, including computer science, humanities, arts, science and natural sciences, to promote smart agriculture and resilient agri-food systems. CRAFS is funded by the World Bank, through the Government of Malawi, under the Eastern and Southern Africa Higher Education Centers of Excellence Additional Financing project.
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Agri-Food Systems & Nutrition
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Research and education capacity in food science for value addition to agri-foods and scaling up nutrition.
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Statistical Analysis, Foresight and Data Management
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Research and education capacity and technical skills in spatial and temporal analysis, digital agricultural and market information management systems, and big data analytics.
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Agricultural Risk Management and Climate Change Proofing
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Resilience and action on short-term environmental shocks and long-term environmental change.
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Our range of postgraduate courses includes taught Masters programmes encompassing mathematical, earth and social sciences, food science, data science, informatics and computing, research in chemistry and biological sciences and PhD opportunities in our academic departments.
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- Master of Science in Environmental Sciences (MES)
- Master of Science in Conservation Biology
- Master of Science in Water Science and Management
- Master of Science in Informatics
- Master of Science in Biostatistics
- Master of Science in Biological Sciences
- Master of Science in Applied Chemistry
- Master of Science in Geography and Earth Sciences by research
- Master of Science in Mathematical Sciences
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- PhD in Computer Science
- PhD in Geography
- PhD in Mathematics
- PhD in Statistics
- PhD in Chemistry
- PhD in Information Systems
- PhD in Earth Sciences
- PhD in Biostatistics
- PhD in Biological Sciences
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Staff and student exchange programs
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Expand your horizons with the University of Malawi's Student Exchange Programs! Immerse yourself in diverse cultures, enhance your academic journey, and foster personal growth. Our programs offer a unique blend of cultural enrichment, academic excellence, and tailored experiences. Join us for information sessions and navigate a straightforward application.
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Industrial Exchange program
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The Industrial Exchange program helps people from different industries learn from each other. It lets them work in new places, sharing ideas and learning new ways of doing things. This program is like a big learning swap that helps everyone get better at their jobs by seeing how others do things in their industry.
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The CRAFS project proudly extends scholarships to deserving individuals, fostering educational opportunities for those passionate about for research and innovation. Through these scholarships, we aim to empower students and researchers to pursue their academic dreams, facilitating their journey towards a brighter and more impactful future. Our commitment to supporting talent and knowledge development remains unwavering, as we believe that education is the cornerstone of progress and innovation.
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Universities of Malawi and Rovuma Sign MoU
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On 9 August 2023, the University of Malawi (UNIMA) and the University of Rovuma-Niassa Extension in Mozambique signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening the relationship between the two universities and improving standards in research, teaching and innovation. Part of the activities will be implemented by the Centre for Resilient Agri-Food Systems (CRAFS). The MoU was signed by the UNIMA’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Samson Sajidu and the Magnificent Rector of the University of Rovuma, Professor Mário Jorge Brito dos Santos.
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CRAFS Members attend Communication Training in Dar es Salaam
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Two team members from the Centre for Resilient Agri-Food Systems (CRAFS), Associate Professor Maurice Monjerezi, Deputy Leader of the Centre and Mr. Jimmy Kainja, Communication and Public Relations Coordinator, recently attended a six-day capacity-building workshop in communication from April 16th to 21st, 2023, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. CRAFS joined other Centres of Excellence from Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Kenya.
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CRAFS Conducts Short Course in Forecasting Using R
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CRAFS, in partnership with the Forecasting for Social Good initiative, an official section of the International Institute of Forecasters, is offering a short course in Tidy Time series analysis and forecasting using R to support learning and research in critical areas of resilient agri-food systems. The course is co-facilitated by CRAFS’ Dr Elias Mwakilama and Dr Bahman Rostami-Tabar of Cardiff University.
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