Dr. Save Kumwenda is a scholar and academic leader who heads the Public and Environmental Health Sciences Department. His work is grounded in a mission to improve public health outcomes through rigorous academic training, interdisciplinary collaboration, and research that addresses real-world health challenges. With qualifications culminating in a PhD, Save brings a strong scientific background, an analytical mindset, and a deep appreciation for evidence-based health practice.

As department head, Save plays a central role in shaping curriculum direction, strengthening academic standards, and supporting the development of future professionals in public and environmental health. He is known for his structured approach to teaching and administration, ensuring that programmes remain aligned with global public health priorities, national health strategies, and emerging research trends. His leadership has contributed to improved academic organization, enhanced student engagement, and greater departmental visibility within the university.

Save’s scholarly interests focus on the intersection of environment, health, and community well-being. He remains active in research, supervision, and professional engagement, strengthening the department’s role in addressing contemporary health concerns. His vision is to build a department recognized for producing practitioners and scholars capable of driving transformative change in Malawi’s health landscape.

A reflective and balanced individual, Save enjoys reading and following football—interests that provide both intellectual stimulation and personal relaxation alongside his demanding professional commitments.