Allan Chamgwera

Allan Chamgwera was born on 30 April 1928 in Nkhonjiwa, present-day Malawi.He was ordained a priest on 7 September 1957, beginning a lifelong ministry in the Catholic Church. == Episcopate ==

Chamgwera was appointed Bishop of the Diocese of Zomba on 12 February 1981. He received episcopal consecration on 31 May 1981, with Matthias A. Chimole serving as the principal consecrator. He retired from active ministry on 7 January 2004, becoming Bishop Emeritus of Zomba. == Later life and legacy ==

In retirement, Chamgwera remained a respected figure within the Catholic community, offering counsel and spiritual guidance to clergy and laity. In 2024, he celebrated his 96th birthday with a call for greater unity among the clergy and faithful, emphasizing the importance of working together for the mission of the Church. Chamgwera is also known for being the only surviving co‑author of the Pastoral Letter "Living Our Faith", a document that significantly shaped Malawi's political and social landscape by encouraging democratic reforms and respect for human rights. == References ==