By Shaffie A Mtambo
The Catholic Bishops in Malawi have made a significant move to rebrand their conference, changing its name from the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) to the Malawi Conference of Catholic Bishops (MCCB) with immediate effect. This change aims to eliminate ambiguity and align with global Catholic terminology.
According to Reverend George Desmond Tambala, President of the conference, the new name explicitly states that the conference comprises Catholic Bishops, leaving no room for confusion. This rebranding effort seeks to unify the Malawian Catholic community with the Universal Church, as many countries use the term “Conference of Catholic Bishops” ¹.
This development comes as the Catholic Church in Malawi continues to play a vital role in promoting social justice, education, and healthcare. The Church has been actively involved in addressing various social issues, including poverty, HIV/AIDS, and human trafficking.
The rebranding of the conference is expected to enhance the Church’s visibility and credibility in Malawi, as well as foster greater collaboration with other Catholic conferences worldwide. As the Malawi Conference of Catholic Bishops (MCCB) embarks on this new chapter, it remains committed to serving the Catholic community in Malawi and promoting the values of the Universal Church.
