Get To Know ‘Thandie Chisi’ Crowned Miss Malawi 2025

Thandie Chisi, the reigning Miss Malawi 2025, is proving that the crown is more than beauty—it’s a platform for impact. Originally from Muvwapule Village, under Inkosi Mabulabo in Mzimba, Thandie excelled academically, scoring an impressive 9 points in her MSCE at Likuni Girls Secondary School before earning a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Malawi in 2022.

Beyond academics, Thandie is a dedicated advocate for women’s empowerment. She is the founder and Executive Director of the Sustainable Fashion and Women Empowerment (SFWE) initiative, through which she trained over 59 women in tailoring in 2024 and provided them with machines to launch their own businesses.

Her commitment extends to governance and civic engagement. Thandie has served as Project Management Officer for Politics 4 Her, interned at the Ministry of Gender, and contributed as Creative Lead at the Shift Campaign, promoting youth-driven social change. Currently, she is a Public Service Fellow at the Ministry of Homeland Security, reflecting her growing role in national development.

As Miss Malawi 2025, Thandie received K50 million, with K10 million supporting Miss Malawi initiatives and another K10 million allocated for office rental for her organisation. She has also earned a scholarship to pursue further studies at Manica University in Zambia.

Thandie Chisi represents a new generation of Malawian leadership—one that blends intellect, service, and vision with the power of the crown.

Compiled by Hastings Msosa