"The Branch Brief: CIPS Malawi Conversations"

In this episode of the podcast Chris and Fleur are joined by Alex Chambukira FCIPS, chairperson of the CIPS Malawi Branch.

For Episode 40 Chris and Fleur are thrilled to bring some CIPS Southern Africa energy to the podcast as we sit down with Alex Chambukira FCIPS a true champion of the procurement profession across Malawi and the wider Southern African community.

🗣 Alex Chambukira's positive influence within the region is remarkable, in this episode we discuss:

• His role as Chairperson of the CIPS Malawi Branch, shaping capability growth and professional standards
• How he became a respected voice across CIPS Southern Africa promoting for stronger governance, ethics, and regional collaboration
• His career spanning major donor‑funded programmes that have transformed water, infrastructure, and development outcomes across Malawi
• How Malawi’s public procurement landscape is evolving — from digitisation to regulatory strengthening
• What Malawi Vision 2063 means for procurement as a strategic national enabler

Alex Chambukira FCIPS also shares invaluable advice for young practitioners across #Malawi and Southern Africa who are aiming for MCIPS or FCIPS, and the importance of staying rooted in ethics, curiosity, and continuous learning

Check out Alex Chambukira's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-chambukira-fcips-6847a9274/

Don't forget to follow the podcast over on LinkedIn as we continue the discussion all around the Procurement Act 2023 - www.linkedin.com/company/a-procurement-podcast-the-reform-rundown

Fleur's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleur-summers-mcips-314b3817/

Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/

Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

"Why Error Reduction Matters with Cliff Smith from the Get It Right Initiative (GIRI)"

In this episode of the podcast Chris and Fleur are joined by Cliff Smith, Executive Director at GIRI (Get It Right Initiative) where they look to discuss the reasons behind why GIRI was created and how they can support in reducing errors mainly within the Construction industry.

Further details about GIRI and how they can support are available on their website - https://getitright.uk.com

Check out GIRI's LinkedIn page here for more details - https://www.linkedin.com/company/getitrightinitiative/posts/?feedView=all

Check our Cliff's LinkedIn page here for more details - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliff-smith-fice-24480411/

Don't forget to follow the podcast over on LinkedIn as we continue the discussion all around the Procurement Act 2023 - www.linkedin.com/company/a-procurement-podcast-the-reform-rundown

Fleur's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleur-summers-mcips-314b3817/

Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/

Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

"From Reform to Reality: Legal Insights on the Procurement Act with Jade Divers from Trowers & Hamlins"

In this episode of the podcast Chris and Fleur are joined by Jade Divers, Associate from Trowers & Hamlins. Jade is a leading expert in public procurement law who brings a rare blend of central government in-house experience and front-line advisory insight, making this a standout conversation for anyone navigating the Procurement Act 2023, whether you be a contracting authority or supplier to the sector.

Check out Jade's LinkedIn page here for more details - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jade-divers-739659383/

Check out Trowers & Hamlins LinkedIn page here for more details - https://www.linkedin.com/company/trowers/

Don't forget to follow the podcast over on LinkedIn as we continue the discussion all around the Procurement Act 2023 - www.linkedin.com/company/a-procurement-podcast-the-reform-rundown

Fleur's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleur-summers-mcips-314b3817/

Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/

Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk