Maureen Masamba Steps Down as Bpam President

Maureen Masamba, President of the Book Publishers Association of Malawi (Bpam), has announced that she will not contest in the upcoming elections, paving the way for new leadership. The elections are scheduled to take place on March 28, 2025.

During her tenure, Masamba highlighted significant progress, including audited and certified financial accounts, securing funding for anti-piracy symposiums, and her election to the African Publishers Network (Apnet) board alongside John Yohane.

Despite the progress, Masamba acknowledged the challenges facing the publishing industry in Malawi, including book piracy, which she described as "killing the industry." She emphasized the need for continued efforts to sensitize the public about piracy and respect copyright laws. Masamba expressed optimism for the future, stating that the new leadership will drive the organization forward and continue to promote reading and writing culture in Malawi.

As Bpam prepares for the transition, the virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM) and elections will take place on March 28, 2025, marking a new chapter for Bpam.