TNM sponsors National Spelling Bee grand finale

TNM plc has given  K2.5 million towards the Malawi National Spelling Bee grand finale that will take place on June 14 in Mzuzu.

Speaking during the cheque presentation in Blantyre on Friday, TNM head of brand and marketing communications Madalitso Jonazi said improved literacy levels among children is one of the key elements that contributes positively to the country’s socio-economic development.

He said: “We appreciate the role Malawi Spelling Bee is playing, especially in children. The initiative is improving education quality and standards, building confidence, vocabulary and the reading culture among children.

“Spelling Bee Competition is an important factor that is touching lives of children in the education ecosystem. Education is one of our strategic pillars, therefore, our support will improve the outcomes of the spelling competition,”

Jonazi said the competition is the backbone of the country’s youth development as it enhances their confidence and research skills.

Malawi National Spelling Bee Competition director of programmes Andrew Chikho said the impact of the intervention is promoting a reading culture.

He said: “This initiative has helped learners to perform well in their schools. Our data shows that almost all learners who previously contested have been selected to national secondary schools.

“This is because the intervention is promoting a reading culture among the learners.”

Six winners from this year’s national competition will compete at the international level in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from the November 22 to 26.