Mzuzu Malawi- Mzuzu Diocese Events Committee has handed over two vehicles to the Diocese, following a successful fundraising event the committee had last year.
The ceremony took place on 31st April 2026 at St Peters Cathedral, where the committee handed over two vehicles to the bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Mzuzu Rt Rev Yohane Suzgo Nyirenda.
New vehicles for Mzuzu Diocese Priests
Speaking after receiving the vehicles, Bishop Nyirenda appreciated the development by the events committee, saying the vehicles will greatly help priests with transportation, enhancing their pastoral ministry across the diocese.
Bishop Nyirenda receiving the new vehicles Keys from the Events Chairperson Dr Elija Wanda
Bishop Nyirenda also appreciated the dedication of the Christians in the diocese, who contributed generously towards the fundraising.
Mzuzu diocese events committee chairperson Elija Wanda said it is tough these days for the diocese to find donors to support transportation means for the diocese, that is why they decided to help out with the vehicles.
Mr. Chita Msowoya (Mzuzu Diocese Laity Chair), Fr. Raymond Mwale (Mzuzu Diocese Pastoral Director) Bishop Nyirenda of Mzuzu Diocese, Bishop Ryan Bishop Emeritus of Mzuzu Diocese & Fr Cyprian Ngoma (Liturgy Chair)
The committee raised 60 million kwacha through a dinner and dance fundraising and contributions from the parishes
The newly elected Association of Diocesan Catholic Clergy of Malawi ( ADCCOM) National Executive Committee ( NEC) has lined up the first areas of priorities for the Diocesan priests in Malawi.
Speaking to the new Chairperson Fr Yotam Msumba he optimistically said the new committee sincerely appreciate the good work of their predecessors as this new responsibility looks possible because of the strong foundation of ADCCOM laid by the previous leaderships especially by implementing the ADCCOM strategic plan snd advancing the mind of ADCCOM investments.
Fr Yotum Msumba
Their first priority as a new committee will be to introduce ways of improving the welfare of priests especially those in difficult situations.
“We are committed to support the well-being of priests, especially those who are sick, elderly, or facing social difficulties” said Fr Msumba.
The committee is also geared to strengthen unity and fraternity among priests, promoting support, understanding, and reconciliation because united they will stand , divided they will fall.
The new NEC will also focus on promoting priest formation and spiritual growth by encourage ongoing formation, retreats, and spiritual renewal to strengthen their brother priests in their vocation and ministry.
Collaboration with Bishops is unexceptional for wisdom and blessings for the new committee. The new committee will be working closely with the bishops of all the dioceses in a spirit of respect, dialogue, and shared mission.
The new committee will also encourage the use of modern communication technologies with positive purpose and in an integrity manner and promoting transparency within the association.
Finally Fr Msumba said the new committee will aim to support their brother priests in their pastoral work while ensuring accountability and continuity of good initiatives.
In all these areas of focus as a new ADCCOM executive Fr Msumba kindly asks the fellow priests and the faithful to accompany them and pray for them.
New Office bearers of ADCCOM-NEC are as follows Chairperson:
Fr. Yotam Msumba of Mzuzu diocese has been elected as the new Chairperson of the Association of Diocesan Catholic Clergy of Malawi (ADCCOM) National Executive Committee (NEC).
Fr Yotum Msumba
The elections were done this afternoon the 16th April, 2026 at St Anthony ( Kachebere) where the ADCCOM members are meeting for their 27th Plenary.
Fr Msumba takes over the Chairperson responsibility from Fr Steve Kamanga of Mangochi Diocese who has completed his two years tenure.
The other priests elected in the new National Executive Committee are Vice Chairperson: Fr. Joseph Kapalasa (Dedza Diocese), Secretary: Gerald Malota (Dedza Diocese), Vice Secretary: Innocent Nkhambule (Mzuzu Diocese), Treasurer: Francis Bisai (Archdiocese of Lilongwe), Vice Treasurer: Lawrent Simwera (Karonga Diocese) and Committee Members: Robert Songa (Karonga Diocese), Peter Makina (Archdiocese of Lilongwe), Tobias Mkweu (Mzuzu Diocese), Ashley Ngwira (Karonga Diocese)
In the acceptance remarks, the incoming new ADCCOM – NEC chairperson Fr Yotum Msumba said they have welcomed the new responsibilities despite the many responsibilities they already have in their various parishes. Fr Msumba further said that with God guidance and the support of the entire National ADCCOM family, the new committee hopes to accomplish the huge assignment entrusted unto them successfully.
Malawi ADCOM Members
The new committee is expected to serve for two years.
Congratulations to All!
Congratulations to Mzuzu Diocese Priests in the new ADCCOM NEC!
