Surveyors Institute Of Malawi - SIM

Surveyors Institute Of Malawi - SIM The Institution comprises three distinct but closely related Real Property/ Estate Chapters i.e. Land Economy; Quantity Surveying and Land Surveying.

25/05/2026

SIM MID YEAR CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Viva Surveyors Vivaa::::

The Surveyors Institute of Malawi (SIM) extends its sincere appreciation to Hon Minister Ministry of Lands - Malawi Hon. Chimwemwe Chipungu, all speakers Justice Dr. chifundo Kachale, Mrs. mercy Kumbatira, Masida Mbano, Mr. Tshifhiwa Matodzi, all stakeholders, sponsors, delegates, and participants who contributed to the success of the 2026 Mid-Year Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Conference.

The event was truly impactful, productive, and insightful, providing a valuable platform for professional engagement, knowledge sharing, innovation, and collaboration across the surveying and real estate profession.

SIM is deeply grateful to the distinguished presenters and panelists whose expertise and practical contributions enriched the discussions and inspired meaningful progress for the profession and the nation at large. We also commend all participants for the overwhelming support, active participation, and commitment demonstrated throughout the conference.

The success of this Mid-Year CPD reflects our collective dedication towards advancing professional excellence, embracing innovation, and strengthening collaboration within the industry.

As SIM, we look forward to welcoming you once again at our upcoming Annual Lakeshore Conference for another memorable and transformative gathering.

Vivaa Surveyors Vivaa::::

Day One Highlights The Day One of the Mid-Year CPD Conference has set a remarkable tone for the profession, truly one of...
20/05/2026

Day One Highlights

The Day One of the Mid-Year CPD Conference has set a remarkable tone for the profession, truly one of its kind.

The conference has brought together professionals, industry leaders, and stakeholders in a productive platform focused on knowledge sharing, innovation, governance, and professional growth. The level of engagement, practical discussions, and forward-thinking perspectives demonstrated today reflects the noticeable progress the profession continues to make.

From insightful presentations to impactful panel discussions, the conference highlighted the critical role Surveyors and built environment professionals play in national development, investment promotion, infrastructure delivery, land governance, and sustainable economic transformation.

What stood out most was the collective commitment towards professionalism, collaboration, technology adoption, and continuous professional development. The conversations and ideas shared today have undoubtedly created a strong foundation for impactful change and future growth of the profession.

Congratulations to the organizers, speakers, sponsors, and all delegates for making Day One a success. Looking forward to an even more engaging and transformative Day Two. Let's Meet again tomorrow on Day Two

3 days to go....... “Different disciplines, one profession, one purpose.We are Land SurveyorsWe are Quantity SurveyorsWe...
17/05/2026

3 days to go.......

“Different disciplines, one profession, one purpose.

We are Land Surveyors
We are Quantity Surveyors
We are Land Economists

United by professionalism and driven by excellence, we stand proud as Surveyors, committed to building, planning, valuing, and driving the sustainable affairs of our proffesion for development of our Nation.

The Legend Is Joining UsCount Down Continues 5 days to Go:::: As Dr. Chikhwenda always emphasizes, ‘A profession grows s...
15/05/2026

The Legend Is Joining Us

Count Down Continues 5 days to Go::::

As Dr. Chikhwenda always emphasizes, ‘A profession grows stronger when knowledge is shared across generations, because experience remains the foundation of excellence.’

Join us at the CPD Conference as we share legendary knowledge, inspire the next generation of professionals, and shape the future of the built environment together.

COUNTING DOWN TO 20 MAYThe stage is set.The Minister is ReadyThe KeyNote Speaker is ReadyThe respective speakers are rea...
14/05/2026

COUNTING DOWN TO 20 MAY

The stage is set.
The Minister is Ready
The KeyNote Speaker is Ready
The respective speakers are ready.
The panelists are prepared.
The host is ready to lead the conversation

And no one is dropping the mic until the message on professional development, governance, innovation, and sustainable industry transformation is clearly delivered.

The upcoming CPD Conference at Capital Hotel is more than just an event, it is a gathering of professionals committed to shaping the future of the built environment through constructive dialogue, knowledge sharing, and practical solutions.

As professionals, our responsibility goes beyond technical practice. We must continue building capacity, strengthening professional standards, and driving conversations that influence sustainable National development.

Join us on 20 and 21 May at Capital Hotel and be part of the constructive professional conversation.

🎤 OFFICIAL UNVEILING OF PANELISTS & HOST | MID YEAR CPD CONFERENCE 2026Its getting better and better 19 Days To GoThe Su...
02/05/2026

🎤 OFFICIAL UNVEILING OF PANELISTS & HOST | MID YEAR CPD CONFERENCE 2026

Its getting better and better
19 Days To Go

The Surveyors Institute of Malawi is pleased to unveil the distinguished Panelists and Host for the highly anticipated Panel Discussion at the Mid Year CPD Conference 2026.

🎙 HOST
: Atusaye Khelz Kanyenda
Valuation and Advisory, Knight Frank Malawi

🎤 PANELISTS
: Patrick Khambadza @
CEO, Blithe Construction &
Senior Lecturer-MUBAS

: Precious Chisi
Managing Director
Perfect Property Ltd

: Mkondo Moyo Mkondo E. Moyo
Chartered Civil Engineering Surveyor

Together, these professionals will lead an engaging and insightful discussion aligned with the conference theme:

“Strengthening Governance and Sustainable Public Private Sector Development – Surveyors and Built Environment Perspective”

The session promises valuable industry insights, practical experiences, and thought-provoking conversations on the future of the built environment, infrastructure development, property markets, and professional practice in Malawi.

📍 Venue: Sunbird Capital Hotel, Lilongwe
📅 Date: 20th – 21st May 2026

Join us for a transformative professional engagement with some of the leading voices in the industry.


Meet Tshifhiwa Matodzi from South Africa 🇿🇦Tshifhiwa Matodzi is an experienced Property, Plant, Machinery, and Equipment...
29/04/2026

Meet
Tshifhiwa Matodzi from South Africa 🇿🇦

Tshifhiwa Matodzi is an experienced Property, Plant, Machinery, and Equipment Valuer with over a decade of experience in the valuation industry. Currently employed at the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) as a Property, Plant, Machinery, and Equipment Valuer, Tshifhiwa has extensive expertise in valuing land, buildings, and equipment across a wide range of sectors, including Mining, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Textile, Energy, Agriculture and Agro‑Processing, Process Plants, and Logistics.

Tshifhiwa has undertaken formal studies in Real Estate with a focus on property valuation at the University of Johannesburg and is a Professional Associated Valuer registered with the South African Council for Property Valuers. Tshifhiwa is also affiliated with the American Society of Appraisers.

Outside of professional commitments, Tshifhiwa enjoys traveling and spending quality time with family.

Meet Justice Chifundo Kachale PhDA Judge of the High Court and former Chairperson of the Malawi Electoral Commission, Ju...
29/04/2026

Meet Justice Chifundo Kachale PhD

A Judge of the High Court and former Chairperson of the Malawi Electoral Commission, Justice Kachale is a distinguished career judicial officer recognized for his commitment to excellence in public service. He has a strong passion for strengthening institutional mechanisms that promote accountability, transparency, and good governance.

In 2023, he obtained a PhD from the SOAS University of London, with research focused on Constitutionalism and Judicial Methodology. His study examined the impact of judicial activism or the lack thereof, on fostering a culture of constitutionalism within emerging democracies.

Justice Kachale earned his LLB (Hons) from University of Malawi through Chancellor College in 2000, and later obtained an LLM in Law and Development from Queen Mary University of London in 2005.

Throughout his distinguished career, he has held and continues to hold several key leadership and professional positions within the legal and governance sectors.

Meet Masida MbanoHe is prominent Malawian land surveyor and senior civil servant who served as the Surveyor General of M...
24/04/2026

Meet Masida Mbano

He is prominent Malawian land surveyor and senior civil servant who served as the Surveyor General of Malawi and currently serves as Director of Land Information Management Services within the Ministry of Lands. He has wide experience in aerial mapping, international boundary demarcation, topographic surveying, hydrographic surveying and Geographic Information Systems. As Director of the Land Information Management Services, he oversees the automation and digital transformation of land transactions.

Masida, has taken formal studies in Geoinformation and Earth Observation focussing on International Boundary Demarcations at Masters level at University of Twente in The Netherlands. He is a registered licenced land surveyor with Land Surveyors Registration Board and a chartered land surveyor with Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (UK) since 2017.

Masida facilitated for the recommissioning of RV Timba, a research vessel for hydrographic surveys on Lake Malawi that had been grounded for 18 years. He also oversaw the acquisition of a 5cm aerial image and 50cm LIDAR image for the whole country working with the United States Navy in 2024 for disaster management under DODMA.

Outside of profession, Masida enjoys spending time with underprivileged children.

Ma Land Surveyors mulipo pano?

Meet MRS MERCY KUMBATIRA Mrs. Mercy Kumbatira is the Executive Director ,Corporate Services at the Reserve Bank of Mala...
22/04/2026

Meet
MRS MERCY KUMBATIRA

Mrs. Mercy Kumbatira is the Executive Director ,Corporate Services at the Reserve Bank of Malawi, where she oversees seven departments that support the Bank’s day to day operations and strategic objectives.

A seasoned central banker, Mrs. Kumbatira has spent more than 34 years at the Reserve Bank of Malawi, building extensive experience across key areas of financial and operational management.

Over the course of her career, she has held several senior leadership positions, including Director of Human Resources and Director of Banking and Currency Management, and has worked in critical functions such as Exchange Control, Financial Markets, and Banking and Currency.

She holds a Master of Science in Finance from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland, and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Malawi, Chancellor College. Mrs. Kumbatira is also a Graduate Fellow of the Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI).
Her professional development includes executive leadership training from Redpoint Academy and the University of Stellenbosch, and participation in a range of local and international professional programmes.
Mrs. Kumbatira is widely regarded for her deep institutional knowledge, steady leadership, and contribution to strengthening the operational effectiveness of Malawi’s central bank.

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