Lilongwe Girls Secondary School Wins Atem Drama Competition

By Jones Gadama

Lilongwe Girls Secondary School has emerged as the overall winner of this year’s Association for the Teaching of English in Malawi (Atem) drama competition.

The school took home a cash prize of K2 million for its outstanding performance.

The competition saw several schools participating, with Stella Maris coming in second and St Maria Goretti taking third place. Chichiri Secondary School secured fourth place, while Kamuzu Barracks took fifth.

In the individual categories, several students stood out for their exceptional performances.

Deborah Thawani from Lilongwe Girls was named Best Supporting Actress, while Praise Nkhata from Chichiri Secondary School took home the Best Supporting Actor award.

Asante Banda from Stella Maris won the Best English Speaker award, and Lloyd Mauwa from Pius XII Seminary was named Best Actor.

Julio Banda from Lilongwe Girls received the Best Actress award, showcasing the talent and creativity of students in the country.

The Atem drama competition provides a platform for students to showcase their theatrical skills and creativity, promoting the teaching and learning of English in Malawi.

The competition’s winners demonstrate excellence in drama and English language skills, setting a high standard for other students to follow.

Lilongwe Girls Secondary School’s win is a testament to the school’s commitment to nurturing students’ talents and creativity.

The school’s victory in the competition is a well-deserved recognition of its hard work and dedication to promoting the arts.