Dr Munthali is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary trained individual with a PhD Bioinformatics and an MSc in Mathematical Sciences. He is experienced in teaching, research and coming up innovative solutions in solving different problems. Dr Munthali brings his experience to bring innovative solutions to challenges faced by grassroots soccer in Malawi and sports in general. He will be in a position to hasten access, analysis, interpretation, understanding, and dissemination of data or innovation solutions to tackle specific social, economic and other challenges faced by the youth of Malawi and soccer/sports administration. He would apply some of the skills in big data analytics to understand some of the important metrics for successful soccer players, which he would work hand in hand with the soccer development coaches.
Dr Munthali is well placed to put the grassroots foundation and academy as a model for center of excellence in using innovations in conducting its day-to-day operations from computerized systems to energy efficient ecosystem. Dr Munthali is a passionate sports lover and an internationally an avid Arsenal supporter while locally a real Manoma “Nyerere” fun. Dr Munthali has studied and worked with diverse groups of people in Malawi, South Africa, Canada, USA and UK.