[Full Day Program Below] Celebrating Cultures – Malawi @ 61

[Full Day Program Below] Celebrating Cultures – Malawi @ 61.

Last updated on 02 July 2025

Theme: “Living Together in Diversity – A Celebration of Cultures”

Location: Sankt Augustin, Bonn, NRW
Date: Saturday, 5 July 2025
Time: From 11:00 AM

On July 5th, we gather not only to honour Malawi’s independence, but to celebrate the unity, diversity, and international connections that define our lives as Malawians in the diaspora.

This year’s 61st Independence Day Celebration is organized by Umodzi Wa a Malawi Diaspora Association under the inspiring theme:
“Living Together in Diversity – A Celebration of Cultures.”

We warmly invite Malawians and friends of Malawi from all backgrounds to come together and experience the richness of Malawian heritage — through food, music, storytelling, and shared joy.

What to Expect:

Children’s corner and fun activities

Authentic Malawian cuisine

Live traditional music and dance

Cultural displays & traditional attire

Networking and joyful reunions

Confirmed Guests:

H.E. Mr. Joseph John Mpinganjira, Ambassador of the Republic of Malawi to Germany

Mr. Derek Lakudzala, Deputy Ambassador of Malawi to Germany

H.E. Dr. Naomi Ngwira, Ambassador of the Republic of Malawi to Belgium

Frau Jutta Bergmann-Gries, 1st Deputy Mayor of the City of Sankt Augustin

Mr. Andrzej Brusikiewicz, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Malawi to Poland

Mr. Jürgen Borsch, Former German Ambassador to Malawi & Board Member, Malawi–Germany Society

Mr. Enock Chota, Chairman & President of the Zambian Diaspora in Germany

Ms. Silvia Hesse, Chairwoman, Friends of Malawi & Hannover–Blantyre Sister City Association

Prof. Dr. Kerstin Rosenow-Williams, Professor of Social Sustainability, Bonn Rhein Sieg University of Applied Sciences

Ms. Paulina Hinz, Coordinator, Partnerships & Cooperation, International Office, Bonn Rhein Sieg University

…and other cherished partners and friends.

We are a nonprofit and value your support.
Suggested Minimum Donations:

-Diaspora Members: €10

-Non-Members: €30 (with sincere thanks)

Bank details

• Bank Name: Commerzbank
• Bank Account Name: Umodzi wa a Malawi in Germany e.V
• IBAN: DE41 4504 0042 0400 0956 00
• BIC: COBADEFFXXX

And yes, we will feast together for free! (Donations appreciated)

We are excited, are you? Bring some cash for authentic Malawian alcoholic beverages you won’t find anywhere else in Germany!

No RSVP is required — but registering helps us plan better.
Register here (optional):
👉Registration form

View the full day program here:
👉Full Day Program