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Ariyo Richard is a 53-year-old father of nine who hails from Mbenje Village in the area of Traditional Authority (T/A) Ngabu, Nsanje district. As a standard 2 school dropout, Ariyo has been unable to get a stable employment to ably support his family. As a subsistence farmer, Ariyo and his family have also been affected…

On 7 December, 2024, two of YONECO’s Early Childhood Development (ECD) caregivers were among 52 graduates who received certificates after successfully completing a two year Teachers Training programme that was organized by Perivoli Schools Trust in the Chikwawa district. The Perivoli Schools Trust partnered with Chikwawa District Social Welfare Office to enhance the skills and…

Experiencing injury or illness can be particularly challenging for children, often leaving them feeling isolated. Meet Edwin Ng’ambi, a 7-year-old boy from Mibanga Primary School in Chitipa district. Edwin lost one of his limbs in an accident during his early years. His father, Mr. Ng’ambi, shared that Edwin struggled with feelings of nervousness when he…

From 17 to 18 December 2024, YONECO facilitated a training session on management of Complaints and Feedback Mechanisms (CFMs) and handling of reported cases under ECHO Malawi Drought Response Project. The training aimed at strengthening the capacity of the project’s implementing partners to effectively engage with affected populations through robust accountability mechanisms. Additionally, the training…

Chikwawa District AIDS Coordinating Committee (DACC) has hailed YONECO for its role in contributing towards the increasing access to HIV services among men and key populations. The commendation was made the chairperson of the committee during a review meeting that was held in the district on 18 December, 2024. The review meeting was organized by…

Memory Namoyo, Chairperson of the Mkhumba Child Protection Committee, has always worked hard to protect women and children. However, she struggled with handling and following up on cases. Thanks to a four-day training that was organized by YONECO in Phalombe from 19 to 22 November, 2024, Memory now has the essential skills to manage cases…

In Malawi, women face numerous challenges that limit their involvement in peacebuilding and humanitarian work. Recognizing this gap, YONECO has launched a project in Phalombe dedicated to empowering women and strengthening their roles in these essential areas. This initiative aligns with global frameworks like the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325, which advocates for women’s…

Environment Sub-Committee (DESC) is exited with the Forest Land Restoration Project, a project aimed at promoting Forest Land Restoration Activities in schools and Communities around Mpira Dam catchment area. YONECO in partnership with Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO) is set to roll out the project which targets Mpira dam catchment area covering T/A Kwataine and…

About 1,750 women and girls in the areas of Traditional Authority (T/A) Sitola and Mizinga in Machinga district are expected to benefit directly from a two-year project titled Sustaining Community Women Movement for Peace Building and Humanitarian Response. YONECO is implementing the project with funding from with UN Women. Speaking on Tuesday following the approval…

In a bid to strength democracy and ensuring that the needs and voices of all citizens are considered, YONECO organized a campaign in Rumphi to encourage women to register for the 2025 General Elections in the country. On 12th November 2024, YONECO engaged Mputa Women’s Group at Rumphi Boma on the importance of women’s participation…