John Lloyd Lwanda

Dr John Lloyd Lwanda is a Researcher affiliated with the School of Social & Political Sciences. His work bridges Medical Humanities, African Studies, and Political Science, with a focus on the intersection of culture, health, and governance in Malawi and sub-Saharan Africa.

Research Interests: Dr Lwanda's scholarship explores

• Arts-based health interventions
• Political economy of donor aid
• HIV/AIDS discourse
• Musicology in African contexts
• Diaspora identity formation
• Historical continuities in medical practices

Scientific Contributions: His recent publications highlight trends in

• Using participatory arts for NCD research
• Chronic disease narratives in Africa
• Political dynamics of health systems
• Music as resistance in authoritarian regimes
• Cultural analysis of epidemics
• Digital governance challenges