Children Benefit from Child-Friendly Mental Health Session in Chitipa
YONECO, through its Chitipa District Office, conducted a child-friendly mental health session at the Youth Drop-In Centre (DIC) to promote emotional well-being, self-expression and positive coping among children. A total of 23 children, comprising 16 boys and seven girls, participated in interactive activities that included singing, dancing and group games facilitated by YONECO staff. “I…
YONECO Showcases Child Protection and Youth Empowerment Initiatives at NAF
The Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development, Hon. Roza Mbilizi, has officially launched the three-day National Agriculture Festival (NAF), which is taking place at the Trade Fair Grounds in Blantyre from 27 to 29 August 2026. Held under the theme “Transforming Agriculture through Innovation, Value Addition, and Market Linkages,” the festival brings together stakeholders…
YONECO Supports Backyard Gardens in Nsanje
YONECO has supported 18 Savings and Loans Groups (SLGs) with vegetable seeds for backyard gardens in Nsanje district aimed at promoting women’s economic empowerment, improve household food security and enhance nutrition. The initiative was implemented in collaboration with the District Community Development Office (DCDO) and the District Gender Office (DGO) targeting SLG members in the…
YONECO Equips Chitipa Youth with Business and Financial Skills
YONECO has equipped members of Twafwane Youth Club with practical business planning and financial management skills aimed at promoting youth entrepreneurship and self-reliance. The session covered identifying viable business opportunities, calculating start-up costs, budgeting, record keeping, saving and separating business finances from personal money. Participants also developed business ideas for various viable ventures suited to…
Call for Support for Street-Connected Children at Tsoka Market
On 13 August 2026, YONECO interacted with children aged between 10 and 15, some of whom were teen mothers, who wandering unsupervised at Tsoka Market in Lilongwe while their mothers were drinking in shebeens. YONECO also spoke with some Tsoka Market committee members, who confirmed that many children reside in the market, seeking refuge under…
2026 International Youth Day
Wishing all young people a Happy International Youth Day! May your energy, skills, creativity and innovation continue to inspire positive change and drive the sustainable development agenda forward. The future is brighter when young people are empowered to lead. Timakunyadirani
