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YONECO has launched a series of intensive behaviour change sessions at Namilango Primary School in, Machinjiri, Blantyre in a bid to delinquent behaviours among leaners and to restore peaceful learning environment. The first two sessions were held on 13 and 14 November 2025. For some time, the school has been struggling with serious behavioural challenges,…

As YONECO, we are pleased to welcome a team of interns from various Malawian intuitions of higher learning who have joined our vibrant team at district office in Machinga. 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐢, we have: Adriana Maseko, Bridget Phiri, Grace Mughogho, and Dorofina Kawawa who are all pursuing Community Development.…

YONECO conducted an orientation session for 50 community facilitators who will take the lead in engaging fathers in the upbringing of their children across Mchinji District. For many communities, the limited participation of fathers in child-rearing has contributed to communication gaps within families, often leaving adolescents to depend on unreliable sources for information, especially on…

#YONECO, in partnership with NICE Trust, has been conducting school community meetings in Chitipa to raise awareness about human rights and promote a mindset change in line with the Malawi Vision #2063. The meetings aim to empower students to take charge of their rights and become responsible citizens. The initiative focuses on reinforcing school-based rights…

YONECO, through the Building Education Foundations through Innovation and Technology (#BEFIT) programme, has continued to support the education sector by addressing challenges affecting digital learning in schools. One of the major concerns has been the rising number of gadget breakages, which often hinder lessons and limit access to digital resources. To tackle this, a comprehensive…

YONECO, in collaboration with South Lunzu Police Victim Support Unit (VSU), held a community meeting in Machinjiri to discuss ways of strengthening child protection and reducing incidences of Gender-based Violence (GBV) in the area. The meeting aimed to reinforce community-based protection mechanisms and encourage residents to take a proactive role in safeguarding children and vulnerable…

YONECO conducted a session at St Augustine 1 Primary School in Mapira Village, Traditional Authority Mponda, on building confidence and self-esteem for healthy life choices. The interactive discussion brought together 35 learners and focused on helping adolescent girls develop confidence, self-belief, and positive life skills. Topics covered included growth and body changes, relationships, and self-esteem.…

In an effort to promote child rights awareness and mental well-being among learners, YONECO conducted a focus group discussion with learners from Kawembe Primary School in Chitipa district. The interactive session focused on children’s understanding of their rights, the causes of suicide, and practical ways to address suicidal thoughts. During the discussion, learners confidently outlined…

YONECO joined delegates from 26 countries in Senegal for the Second 2025 Local Solutions Campus, a global gathering organized by Foundation S in partnership with ENDA. The event brought together Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and development partners to showcase and strengthen local innovations addressing global health and development challenges. This year’s forum focused on rethinking leadership…

YONECO conducted an engaging session on Psychology and Music, focusing on how sound and rhythm connect to human emotions at the organization’s Youth Drop-in Centre (DIC) located at in Zomba. During the interactive activity, young participants practiced instruments such as the guitar, drums, and piano before demonstrating emotions without using words. The exercise revealed how…