The Catholic Diocese of Zomba
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One of Malawi's oldest Catholic dioceses, serving God's people through evangelization, education, healthcare and social development.
Discover Our StoryDiocese At A Glance
1959
Diocese Established
17+
Parishes
2
Major Commissions
7+
Health Facilities
Historical Journey
1952
Apostolic Vicariate of Zomba established.
1959
Elevated to Diocese by Pope John XXIII.
1970
Bishop Matthias Chimole becomes first indigenous Bishop.
1981 - 2004
Leadership of Bishop Allan Chamgwera.
2004 - 2013
Bishop Thomas Luke Msusa.
2016 - 2023
Bishop George Desmond Tambala OCD.
2023
Installation of Rt. Rev. Alfred Mateyu Chaima.
Vision
A Holy Spirit-filled Family of God committed to holistic evangelization and integral development.
Mission
To encourage Catholics to serve suffering communities through integral development.
Core Values
Faith, Service, Compassion, Justice and Stewardship.
Our Bishop
Rt. Rev. Alfred Mateyu Chaima
Appointed by Pope Francis on 5 June 2023 and consecrated on 12 August 2023.
He shepherds the Diocese in its mission of evangelization, education, healthcare and social development.
Parish Network
Serving communities across the Diocese.
20
Parishes
7
Health Facilities
4
Major Commissions
100+
Institutions
Diocesan Commissions
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