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She is a 2024 graduate, with a Bachelor of Science in Midwifery, and is a shining example of perseverance and focus. Coming from an extended family, and facing financial limitations, Yankho’s journey through university could have been much harder.

Leah Mtachila, a young woman from Mponela, is ready to transform Malawi’s plumbing industry. Through the Light Up project supported by Welthungerhilfe (WHH), she’s breaking barriers and paving the way for a brighter future.

Isaac Mkwangwanya, a graduate from Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences, overcame financial challenges and food insecurity to become a beacon of hope for his community. The There Is Hope (TIH) scholarship program provided not just financial relief but mental stability, allowing Isaac to focus on his studies and achieve his dream.

Imagine a 14-year-old girl named Tadala Mbewe from Chileka village under TA Chiwere. Her parents are divorced and out of touch, leaving Tadala and her two siblings in the care of their elderly grandmother. Tadala’s uncle, a small-scale tinsmith, steps in to pay her school fees, but by the end of Form 1, he can no longer afford it. Tadala faces the devastating prospect of dropping out of school. This was a sad reality for the Form 2 pupil at Nanthomba Secondary School, until There Is Hope Education Scholarships programme stepped in.

Lovemore Phiri, from Lilambwe village, in T/A Mkukula area is a testament of the successful implementation of the Light Up project. Growing up in a rural setting, and dropping out of school because his parents could not afford to send him to school, Lovemore has today grown up to be an independent and responsible adult, having trained in Solar Photovoltaic Installation under the Light Up project, offered by There Is Hope.

We are thrilled to present our Annual Report for 2023. This report is a celebration of our achievements, the challenges we’ve tackled, and our vision for the future. Dive into the key highlights, financial health, impactful stories, and future goals that define our journey. Thank you for your continued support and for being part of our incredible community. Together, we are making a difference!

Dzaleka Centre, Dowa District, Malawi — Against the backdrop of the sun-drenched Dzaleka Refugee Camp, a remarkable celebration unfolded as 33 individuals stepped onto the stage at There Is Hope’s Training Centre. Their hearts brimmed with hope and determination, marking a pivotal moment—the graduation ceremony of There Is Hope’s Two-Year Bible School Course in Leadership Development. Malawi, and the Dzaleka Refugee Camp will never be the same.

At 22 years old, Christopher Namalanga is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of Malawi’s youth. As the fourth child in a family of five, Christopher’s life took an unexpected turn when he had to drop out of secondary school to support his family after a tragic accident left his father, an international truck driver, unable to work due to a lower limb amputation. Christopher tried out different trades before realizing that carpentry was his true calling, motivated by his commitment to take care of his family.

For many young Malawians, financial hardship puts higher education out of reach, but for Fatsani Kadango, a forestry student from Dowa District, the There Is Hope (TIH) Scholarship changed everything. The scholarship not only funded his education but also unlocked a life-changing opportunity: an 11-month agricultural internship in Israel. There, he gained advanced skills in sustainable forestry and farm management, which he hopes to apply back home to empower his community and contribute to Malawi’s Vision 2063. With graduation on the horizon, Fatsani’s journey serves as an inspiring example of how global experiences and local support can transform lives.

On Friday, 15th November, with support from the Imago Dei Fund, There Is Hope organized a rejuvenating lakeside retreat in Salima, dubbed Keep the Spark Alive (KSA). This annual retreat aims to nurture a revitalized and positive spirit among our dedicated staff members.
This year, we were honored to have a mental health expert who shared key insights on maintaining well-being in the workplace:

The journey to success for 18-year-old Esther Niyokwizera began down the dusty paths of Dzaleka Refugee Camp, home throughout her life. From almost giving up on her education, sitting for her MSCE while sick and without studying Esther’s story gives reason for rejoicing in triumph over adversity – made of determination, hard work, and the transformative power of education. Read through the transformative power of our Education Scholarship program.

She is 22 years old and a single mother of two who lives in Kasungu. She is the fifth born in the family of a retired primary school teacher. She learned welding and fabrication from July to December 2022. Josephine is a participant in the WUSC PIF project with There is Hope, which aims to […]