Community leaders from the area of Traditional Authority (TA) Kaphuka in Dedza district have described dialogue sessions as instrumental in preventing Gender-Based Violence (#GBV). One community leader, Kennedy Njazi, explained that the sessions provide a platform for people to openly discuss specific issues that fuel violence and unearth critical bottlenecks that perpetuate the status quo.…
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Dear Esteemed Readers, Welcome to 2024! We have exited a year of difficulties which has included a devastating cyclone that killed over 1,000 people and left thousands of people destitute, major currency devaluations and high levels of inflation. It was also a year in which we experienced a distressing surge in violence perpetrated against women…
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In a bid to contribute towards mitigating the impact of climate change, YONECO has established a tree nursery in Rumphi that will provide seedlings to local youth clubs and schools around Rumphi Boma. Currently, a total of 200 tree saplings have been cultivated intending to reduce climate-related disasters by planting trees around schools, and other…
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Making Voices Count (MVC) is a community-based project that seeks to empower communities surrounding mining areas to hold miners and mining companies accountable and contribute to the social and economic development of youth, women and children. MVC recognises that communities are rights holders as well as duty bearers. Communities as rights holders should ensure that…
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On 10 December 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Human Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). Happy Human Rights Day, everyone! #freedomequalityandjusticeforall
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Gender-Based Violence (#GBV) is a pervasive issue that hinders progress and the realization of socioeconomic rights for all people across the globe. This year’s16 Days of Activism against #GBV has started on a promising note with many districts reaffirming their commitment to eliminating the vice. Today is the 11th day of the campaign, and we…
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Wanangwa Kalua is a third-year student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science with a major in Social Work at the University of Malawi. He joined YONECO as a Programs Intern at the Rumphi district office on September 4, 2023. In his role as a Programs Intern, Wanangwa has exhibited innovation, creativity, diligence, and a…
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Dear Esteemed Readers, As we bid farewell to December 2023, we find ourselves in reflection, contemplating the impact of the year that has passed. In this edition of the December 2023 Corner, we dedicate our focus to the profound messages delivered by three remarkable women during a high-level meeting on ending child marriages worldwide and…
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