Mphatikizo

Mphatikizo is a small grassroots charity based in Malawi, Africa. Malawi is located in the south eastern part of Africa. The charity’s location is at Intubwi, near Liwonde in the south of Malawi. The country is approximately the size of the South Island of New Zealand. The estimated population is approximately 15 million people, of which 75% live below the poverty line (less than a dollar a day). It is one of the poorest countries in the world. This shows a significant need for sustainable community development. Mphatikizo aims to deliver exactly that, sustainable community development, through the help of New Zealand.

OUR VISION

For Liwonde to be a community full of hope because its people are fulfilled, empowered, healthy and nourished people.

THE PURPOSE

To help the people of Liwonde to help themselves. Mphatikizo, through its down to earth approach, supports local solutions to local issues through education, training and practical help where needed.

THE GOALS

Our ultimate goal is to not be needed, but, in the meantime, we have three project avenues on the go. These are; Community care, sustainable agriculture, health and wellness.

While our goal is sustainable development, Mphatikizo does provide aid at times because the need can be so great. But, at our core, we are working towards sustainable solutions - local solutions to local problems.

We work cooperatively with Malawian chiefs and local families and, together, we are building a future for the community that will sustain their own needs. This means that we work with local people who work mostly on a voluntary basis – we help and guide and, where appropriate, provide some resources to enhance the local efforts. This empowers the local villagers and ensures that they grow in their skills and confidence.

More information on the specifics of what we do in the community, other ways to help or to receive the newsletter visit our website on www.mphatikizo.com

Zikomo kwambiri [pronounced; zee-como kwom-beni] (Thank you very much in Chichewa the local language)