A MUST alumnus, Khumbo Mindiera, has achieved a major milestone in his journey of youth leadership and innovation after being appointed as member of the AUSP Youth Parliament (Cohort 2), a Pan-African youth leadership body under the African Union.

Through this role, Khumbo will contribute to youth policy dialogue and continental advocacy, working with young leaders from across Africa to shape policies that support sustainable development and youth empowerment.

In addition, Khumbo is currently serving as the National Ambassador for Malawi at Intercontinental Youth Connect (IYC), where he supports youth mobilization, leadership development, and Pan-African cooperation. 

These appointments follow his earlier recognition during the AYuTe Africa Challenge Malawi, further highlighting his growing impact in youth development and innovation.

A graduate of Biomedical Engineering from MUST, Khumbo credits the university for laying a strong foundation for his success. 

He says his time at MUST shaped his approach to problem-solving, systems thinking, and innovation, especially in low-resource settings.

“MUST exposed me to hands-on learning and multidisciplinary collaboration. It pushed me to look beyond theory and ask how technology can truly serve people and communities. This mindset directly influenced my innovation work, research engagements, and leadership roles today,” he said.

MUST congratulates Khumbo on these outstanding achievements and celebrates him as a shining example of how the university continues to produce graduates who lead, innovate, and make meaningful contributions at national, continental, and global levels.