By Chisomo Phiri
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) has launched the Mpumulo Funeral Insurance Policy to reinforce its commitment to being a one-stop shop for all funeral-related needs.
Speaking during the launch in Blantyre on Saturday, KUHeS Vice Chancellor MacPherson Mallewa expressed his ambition for the higher learning institution to become the go-to funeral home in Malawi, providing exceptional services and related merchandise with dignity and compassion.
Mallewa highlighted that this policy aims to offer additional support and reassurance to families during difficult times, with plans for growth and expansion to ensure every individual in Malawi has access to these services.
He said the journey began in December 2020 with the establishment of KUHeS Funeral Parlour, formerly known as College of Medicine (COM) Mortuary.
On his part,director of pension and insurance supervision at the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM),Paul Nyirenda,applauded the launch, acknowledging that families often face hopelessness during bereavement due to unexpected expenses.
He emphasized that Mpumulo provides an opportunity for families to plan for such events and have a safety net when their loved ones pass away.
The policy was designed by Smile Life Insurance Company in collaboration with KUHeS Funeral Parlour.