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….launches two energy artwork competition to secondary schools learners and tertiary graduates
LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-In abid to incorporate youth people into energy sustainability, Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) on Thursday, March 6, 2025 launched two artwork competition.
In these duo competitions, fine arts graduates and secondary school students have a chance to win big including scholarships and a number of gifts.
According to MERA, the initiative aims to raise awareness among young people about Malawi’s energy sector by encouraging artistic expressions of their knowledge on energy sustainability, accessibility, and affordability.
The competition is divided into two categories: Graduate artists under the age of 35 will showcase their understanding of energy through drawings, photographs, and sculptures.
Students from ten selected private and public secondary schools will participate by creating paintings and drawings.
In the graduate artists’ category, 10 finalists will be shortlisted, with one grand winner receiving a one-month scholarship in Rome, Italy.
About 10 winning secondary school students will be awarded prizes such as solar-powered power banks, Bluetooth speakers, earphones, and water clocks.
During the launch in the capital Lilongwe, MERA Chief Executive Officer, Henry Kachaje says initiative targets young people to impart then with knowledge on energy issues in Malawi.
“This initiative is designed to enlighten young people because they are the future leaders and decision-makers. To be effective leaders, they must be engaged in all key areas, including energy, which is a crucial enabler of development,” said Kachaje.
Echoing the same Principal Secretary for Administration in the Ministry of Youth and Sports, Jean Mnyenyembe lauded the initiative saying it aligns with the Ministry’s youth development programs.
“We all know that young people make up over 60% of the population. That is why our Ministry is implementing various programs to prepare them for the future, and energy is one of the key areas we are focusing on.
“At the same time, such initiatives help keep young people engaged, preventing them from indulging in behaviors that could negatively impact their lives,” added Mnyenyembe.
The Malawi Energy Sustainable Future initiative is part of the European Union’s twinning project between the EU and MERA.
The competition, which is being funded by the European Union, is expected to start next week.
Young Malawians of not more than 35 years with an accredited arts degree are eligible to compete in the Art for Malawian Sustainable Energy future category.
The winner will be given a month-long energy education scholarship in Rome (Italy)
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