MALAWI, AFRICA
UNIVERSITY OF LIVINGSTONIA HOMEPAGE
Brief History of The University of Livingstonia
he University of Livingstonia
through excellence in teaching, research and learning environment
shall educate and inspire students to become principled leaders
who will transform society for the glory of God.
The Synod of Livingstonia, under the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP), has experienced rapid expansion since the establishment of Livingstonia Mission by Dr. Robert Laws in 1875. The station was founded in honor of Dr. David Livingstone, the Scottish missionary, educator and physician who opened up Africa by exposing slave trade and imploring others to bring Christianity, commerce and civilization to this undeveloped land.
During his 52 years in Malawi, Dr. Laws built on the Khondowe plateau overlooking Lake Malawi an “institution” known in his era as the “greatest achievement” in Central Africa. Facilities including a church, schools, hospitals, houses, post office, native store, and workshops were constructed.
With Laws’ vision and leadership, Livingstonia Mission offered educational facilities unparalleled elsewhere in East and Central Africa. Schools catered to students from Livingstonia Mission, the Dutch Reformed Church Mission, and from as far a field as Zambia and Tanzania.
Dr. Laws felt education through university level was essential to develop a self-sufficient Malawian population with high moral and ethical values. Leaders were needed for the country. Higher education began at Livingstonia in 1895 consisting of teacher and ministerial preparation classes. In the 1920s, a Christian College at Livingstonia helped to train leaders for the future. Unfortunately, Dr. Law’s retirement in 1927 brought a more conservative view, and establishing Livingstonia University was not seen as a priority at that time..
From Livingstonia Mission, more than 500 primary schools and five large secondary schools have been established in Northern Malawi. Working with the government, the CCAP currently responds to approximately 40% of the educational needs of the country. The Synod of Livingstonia is highly respected for its achievements in education and commitment to advancing Malawi.
Widespread interest motivated Synod officials to formally launch the University of Livingstonia using a decentralized education model. Five constituent colleges at two locations now serve over 500 students.
through excellence in teaching, research and learning environment
shall educate and inspire students to become principled leaders
who will transform society for the glory of God.
The Synod of Livingstonia, under the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP), has experienced rapid expansion since the establishment of Livingstonia Mission by Dr. Robert Laws in 1875. The station was founded in honor of Dr. David Livingstone, the Scottish missionary, educator and physician who opened up Africa by exposing slave trade and imploring others to bring Christianity, commerce and civilization to this undeveloped land.
During his 52 years in Malawi, Dr. Laws built on the Khondowe plateau overlooking Lake Malawi an “institution” known in his era as the “greatest achievement” in Central Africa. Facilities including a church, schools, hospitals, houses, post office, native store, and workshops were constructed.
With Laws’ vision and leadership, Livingstonia Mission offered educational facilities unparalleled elsewhere in East and Central Africa. Schools catered to students from Livingstonia Mission, the Dutch Reformed Church Mission, and from as far a field as Zambia and Tanzania.
Dr. Laws felt education through university level was essential to develop a self-sufficient Malawian population with high moral and ethical values. Leaders were needed for the country. Higher education began at Livingstonia in 1895 consisting of teacher and ministerial preparation classes. In the 1920s, a Christian College at Livingstonia helped to train leaders for the future. Unfortunately, Dr. Law’s retirement in 1927 brought a more conservative view, and establishing Livingstonia University was not seen as a priority at that time..
From Livingstonia Mission, more than 500 primary schools and five large secondary schools have been established in Northern Malawi. Working with the government, the CCAP currently responds to approximately 40% of the educational needs of the country. The Synod of Livingstonia is highly respected for its achievements in education and commitment to advancing Malawi.
Widespread interest motivated Synod officials to formally launch the University of Livingstonia using a decentralized education model. Five constituent colleges at two locations now serve over 500 students.