The training which ran from 10 to 14 November 2025 at MUBAS main campus in Blantyre focused on sharing knowledge and capacity to handle emerging automotive technologies, particularly hybrid and electric vehicles.

One of the facilitators, Tusha Ngosi says the training was organized in response to the rapid technological transformation in the automotive industry.

“As electric and hybrid vehicles begin to make their way into the Malawian market, there is a growing need for technicians and engineers to acquire specialized skills to efficiently handle, service and maintain these modern vehicles,” he said.

One of the participants, Moses Mkosi, a motor vehicle technician from the Lilongwe Water Board, said the training has been an eye-opener.

“We have learned a lot, such as workshop management, vehicle scanning, diagnosing faults and fixing them. We had scanners and diagnostic machines but did not fully understand how to use them,” he said.

Mkosi also commended MUBAS for organizing the programme and encouraged other technicians and institutions to take advantage of similar training opportunities.

The training is open to individuals and institutions interested in upgrading their skills in modern motor vehicle technologies.