While showing excitement at news that the University of Livingstonia (UNILIA) has retained its top status as Malawi’s best private university, management has vowed to keep working hard to maintain and improve this achievement.

In the 2026 Webometrics Global University Ranking, UNILIA has maintained its position as Malawi’s top private university, a status it has held since 2020. Nationally, the university has moved from position 8 in 2025 to position 5 in 2026. At the continental level, UNILIA has risen from position 690 to 532, and globally from 14,077 to 12,847, out of over 30,000 universities ranked.

Reacting to the development through an article published in the Malawi News of May 2, 2026, the University Registrar, Reverend Isaac Malongo, expressed pride in the achievement while emphasizing the need for continued improvement.

Reverend Malongo revealed that the university intends to strengthen its profile through strict adherence to standards set by the National Council for Higher Education, alongside continued investments in research, infrastructure, international engagement, and systems that support learning and innovation.

The Webometrics Global University Ranking evaluates institutions based on academic performance, research excellence, and digital visibility.