16/04/2026
Fr YOTUM MSUMBA IS THE NEW ADCCOM -NEC
Fr. Yotum Msumba of Mzuzu diocese has been elected as the new Chairperson of the Association of Diocesan Catholic Clergy of Malawi (ADCCOM) National Executive Committee (NEC).
The elections were done this afternoon the 16th April, 2026 at St Anthony ( Kachebere) where the ADCCOM members are meeting for their 27th Plenary.
Fr Msumba takes over the Chairperson responsibility from Fr Steve Kamanga of Mangochi Diocese who has completed his two years tenure.
The other priests elected in the new National Executive Committee are Vice Chairperson: Fr. Joseph Kapalasa (Dedza Diocese), Secretary: Gerald Malota (Dedza Diocese), Vice Secretary: Innocent Nkhambule (Mzuzu Diocese), Treasurer: Francis Bisai (Archdiocese of Lilongwe), Vice Treasurer: Lawrent Simwera (Karonga Diocese) and Committee Members: Robert Songa (Karonga Diocese), Peter Makina (Archdiocese of Lilongwe), Tobias Mkweu ( Mzuzu Diocese), Ashley Ngwira (Karonga Diocese)
In the acceptance remarks, the incoming new ADCCOM - NEC chairperson Fr Yotum Msumba said they have welcomed the new responsibilities despite the many responsibilities they already have in their various parishes. Fr Msumba further said that with God guidance and the support of the entire National ADCCOM family, the new committee hopes to accomplish the huge assignment entrusted unto them successfully.
The new committee is expected to serve for two years.
Congratulations to All!