UMP Festival

14/05/2026

Today, we honor the legacy of Ngwazi Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda, a true icon in Malawi's history and a key figure in the country's journey to independence.

His contributions to the nation's freedom and development are still remembered and celebrated.

11/05/2026

Happy Bob Marley Day 🇯🇲

Today we celebrate Bob Marley — a global icon who used music to spread love, unity, freedom, and resistance. His voice became a soundtrack for generations fighting for peace and justice.

“One love, one heart. Let’s get together and feel alright.” ❤️💛💚

10/05/2026

It’s a lovely afternoon at the Cape

10/05/2026

Keep an eye out! UMP Festival

07/05/2026

Last weekend, the UMP Festival team had the privilege of being part of the vibrant Zomba City Festival.

From the energy of the crowds to the celebration of music, art, culture, fashion and creativity, it was an inspiring experience connecting with fellow creatives, organizers and festival lovers from across Malawi and beyond.

We appreciate the partnership and warm welcome as we continue building platforms that empower young and seasoned creatives and strengthen Malawi’s creative and cultural economy.

This is only the beginning.
More collaborations. More culture. More experiences.

03/05/2026

Let's finish in style. Zomba City Festival

Every good thing ends. Here is your Day 3 Schedule!

01/05/2026

Zomba City Festival

Friday Schedule is Live!

Unima Great Hall

Blend

Unima Open Air📍

01/05/2026

At UMP Festival, we honour the work behind the art — the late nights, the bold ideas, the relentless passion.

Culture is built daily. And today, we celebrate those who build it.

30/04/2026

22/04/2026

Get your tickets, you don't need to miss Zomba City Festival.

1st to 3rd May 2026.

08/01/2026

Thank you, Department of Arts, for the recognition and for partnering with UMP Festival in 2025. We believe collaboration is key to growing and strengthening Malawi’s cultural and creative sector.

As we step into 2026, we look forward to continued partnerships that help unlock the immense potential of our creative ecosystem.

As we settle into the New Year, we wanted to use our first post for 2026 to just appreciate the various organizations and individuals that we partnered and collaborated with in 2025. As a Department, we strongly believe that it is through collaboration that we are going to elevate Malawi's cultural and creative sector.

Specifically, we would like to acknowledge the following organizations and individuals for partnering with the Department of Arts on various impactful initiatives in 2025:

UMP Festival

For Equality

Lake of Stars

Kwathu Kollective

Film Association of Malawi - FAMA

Culture Foundation

As we commence 2026, we look forward to more partnerships and collaborations as we work towards unlocking the immense potential of Malawi's creative sector