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I am a Land and Property professional with experience, knowledge, and interest in land and property. For the past five years, I have gained work experience in the built environment, working in property valuation, asset management, land administration, and property development. I have been trained in fields relevant to the position. Currently, I hold a Master of Science in Real Estate from Liverpool John Moores University. I graduated in 2021, having conducted research on the Drivers of Office Property Investment and Development in Manchester City Centre. Prior to this, I studied for a Bachelor of Science in Land Economy at the University of Malawi. I graduated in 2017. I have over seven years of rich experience in land and property management, starting with an internship at the Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development in Malawi. Specialising in land and property valuation, I gained extensive knowledge of land tenure, administration, and geospatial systems. Subsequently, as an assistant valuer at CMC Consultants, I addressed chronic land tenure challenges in sub-Saharan Africa, contributing to notable projects. After my Master's programme, I interned as a policy advisor, securing funding approval for regeneration projects through collaboration with key stakeholders. Currently serving as a Planning and Development Surveyor at AspinallVerdi Property Regeneration Consultants, I have diversified my experience in conducting feasibility studies, property valuation, and regeneration efforts, making me well-suited for the role of a Senior Land Administrator.
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Displaying 1 - 1 of 1Navigating Malawi's Land Laws: Unravelling Colonial Legacies and Customary Challenges
The article examines the challenges in Malawi's land governance, tracing issues back to colonial legacies and addressing contemporary problems in customary land practices. Despite amendments to incorporate indigenous people and customary laws, challenges persist, particularly in ownership claims tied to prevailing customary law in which marriage systems play a central role. The journey towards reform began in 1996, resulting in the Malawi National Land Policy in 2002, aiming for tenure security and sustainable land use. The Customary Land Act (amended) of 2022 faces challenges, including potential land grabs by wealthy Malawians. Women and children's rights in land ownership are often overlooked, with discriminatory practices persisting. Striking a balance between decolonisation and cultural preservation is crucial for achieving social justice in land laws.