Luanar Veterinary Students Association

09/10/2026

To Our Valued Sponsors
Press Corporation plc Lilongwe Society for the Protection and Care of Animals Kelfoods

09/10/2026

ICONIC MOMENTS AFTER THE WHITE COAT CEREMONY.

Who said Vets only know how to treat animals? 😂🤣
After the coats, came the moves.
We prescribe, we vaccinate, and we can dance too.

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

With hands raised and voices united, our newly coated clinical students solemnly recited the Veterinarian’s Oath, pledging their commitment to uphold the values, ethics, and responsibilities of the veterinary profession.

08/10/2026

LUVESA WHITE COAT CEREMONY 2026 🥼🩺

The LUANAR Veterinary Students Association (LUVESA) was honoured to host the 2026 White Coat Ceremony, marking an important transition of our students into the clinical phase of their veterinary training. The ceremony brought together faculty members, parents and guardians, students, guests, and members of the veterinary community to celebrate this significant milestone. The programme featured inspiring remarks from Dr. P. Kothowa, representing the Head of Department, Biomedical Sciences, a student reflection delivered by the LUVESA president Peter Kamanga, and an address from the Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and LUVESA Patron, Dr. Kainga, who highlighted the expectations, ethics, and responsibilities that accompany the transition into clinical practice.

We were also honoured to have Prof. Sagimoto from Hokkaido University, Japan, deliver the keynote address, sharing valuable insights and encouragement with the students as they embark on this new chapter. The ceremony continued with the presentation of white coats and stethoscopes, followed by the Veterinary Student Oath, led by Dr. Joe Magombo. The occasion was a powerful reminder that the white coat represents more than academic achievement it symbolises professionalism, compassion, integrity, responsibility, and commitment to animal and public health.

LUVESA extends its sincere appreciation to all parents and guardians, faculty members, students, speakers, sponsors, guests, and everyone who joined us in making this occasion memorable.

To our newly coated clinical students, congratulations on reaching this important milestone! May you wear your white coats with pride and carry the values of the veterinary profession throughout your journey. From the classroom to clinical practice the journey continues. 🩺🐾🥼

07/10/2026

MEET OUR CLINICAL-YEAR STUDENTS 🐾

The journey into clinical veterinary medicine has officially begun! 🎓🩺

Meet the students who proudly took the next step in their veterinary journey at the White Coat Ceremony 2026.

Congratulations, future veterinarians! The journey continues. 🐾

28/09/2026

This week, our Corporate and Public Affairs Manager at Press Corporation plc, Rehanna Rice, handed over a MWK 3.6 million contribution to the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) Veterinary Students Association (LUVESA) towards the 2026 White Coat Ceremony.

Receiving the contribution on behalf of LUVESA was Kelvin Botoman, a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine student currently in his sixth and final year of study.

The sponsorship reflects PCL's commitment to education, skills development and building specialised human capital that contributes to Malawi's sustainable development.

Here's to the next generation of veterinary professionals!

28/09/2026

🎙️ RADIO INTERVIEW ALERT 🐾
Tune in as LUVESA’s own Vic and Peter hit the airwaves live on LUANAR FM (99.6 MHz & 99.8 MHz) for a special World Rabies Day feature!
They’ll be diving deep into this year’s theme, “Stronger Together,” and unpacking the powerful role young advocates play in the fight against rabies.
🗓️ Monday, 28 September 2026
⏰ 13:00 CAT
📻 LUANAR FM — 99.6 MHz & 99.8 MHz

28/09/2026

WORLD RABIES DAY 2026 🌍🐾
Today, LUVESA joins the world in raising awareness on rabies a disease that is 100% preventable, yet still claims lives every year.
This year’s theme, “Stronger Together,” reminds us that ending rabies isn’t a one person job. It takes vets, students, communities, and pet owners working hand in hand to vaccinate, educate, and protect both animals and people.

VACCINATE. EDUCATE. PREVENT. PROTECT. ELIMINATE.

24/09/2026

WHITE COAT CEREMONY 2026🥼🩺
A new chapter in veterinary medicine begins!

LUVESA is proud to celebrate our students as they take an important step towards their clinical year, embracing the knowledge, skills, responsibility, and compassion that define the veterinary profession.

📅 7 October 2026
⏰ 1:30 PM
📍 Bunda, CALT 2

Join us as we celebrate this important milestone and witness our future veterinarians take the next step in their journey.