ADCCOL’s VISION FOR QUALITY EDUCATION REALIZED AS BISHOP PATRICK KALILOMBE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL HAS BEEN OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED IN DOWA DISTRICT

The Catholic Archdiocese of Lilongwe today officially launched Bishop Patrick Kalilombe Catholic High School, which is owned by the Association of the Diocesan Catholic Clergy of Lilongwe (ADCCOL).

 

The launch took place today at the school’s premises in Nambuma, Dowa district.

Archbishop George Desmond Tambala of the Lilongwe Archdiocese presided over the official opening Mass and the blessing of the school, formerly known as Answer Private Academy.

 

The school has been named in honor of the first Malawian Bishop of the Diocese of Lilongwe, Patrick Kalilombe, to commemorate his legacy, which emphasized a self-reliant church as he initiated the first synod of Mpingo ndife tonse.

 

Archbishop Tambala commended the priests of ADCCOL for taking on the role of providing quality education to the country, in addition to offering spiritual well-being to the faithful.

 

His Grace disclosed that the school will now be operated by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Mombasa on behalf of the Archdiocese of Lilongwe.

 

ADCCOL representative Father Augustine Katundu commended the parish priests in the archdiocese for offering financial support during the process of purchasing the school and specifically mentioned Fr. Louis Chikanya, Fr. Charles Phiri, Fr. Francis Lekaleka, Fr. Khembo, and Fr. Mtapaonga for their dedication to the project.

 

Former board chairperson of the school, Mr. Mnewa, confirmed that all necessary procedures were followed and assured the public that the school now belongs to ADCCOL.

 

Mr. Mnewa believes the Catholic Church will help to fulfill the vision of the former director, David Eleazor Dymon, which is to assist the community and the country at large by providing quality education.

 

The Central East Education Division Principal Quality Assurance Officer, Andrew Mkomba, mentioned that the government expects the school to continue to be among the top private schools in the district in terms of learners’ performance during MSCE examinations, as well as student discipline.

 

Mkomba also commended the Catholic Church for being part and parcel of uplifting education standards in the country, acknowledging that the government cannot manage everything on its own.

 

A student representative expressed belief that the school will help them become outstanding students by receiving the most desirable education as they expect to be trained to value hard work and respect for the Lord.

 

Senior Chief Kayembe of the area urged the students to work hard, emphasizing that education is key to success.

 

She conveyed her excitement that the school is located in her area, believing that the area will be transformed.

 

Bishop Patrick Kalilombe Catholic High School is located 20 kilometers from Kamuzu International Airport via the M’bang’ombe road and 11 kilometers from Chimwanza Trading Centre, off the Nambuma turn-off.