Killearn Malawi Group

13/08/2026

These were taken a few days ago by one of the teachers at Nkhande, Stanford Khipala. The prominent hill is Lulwe Mountain. Some of the students at Nkhande come from villages in that area. Which is why the hostel is needed.

29/07/2026

Despite a few weather challenges this past year, the amazing support we get has allowed KMG and our local partners on the ground to continue making a real, lasting difference.

With secondary education now free in Malawi, we’ve shifted our student support to fund a game-changing, five-year computer maintenance scheme at Nkhande School.

The brand-new girls’ dormitory at Nkhande School is officially underway. Thanks to bricks made by local villagers and part-funding from KMG, the bricks have now been delivered and the walls are going up as we speak.

Check out these recent photos from Nkhande School to see the progress! 📸👇

A massive **THANK YOU** to everyone who supports KMG. We couldn't do any of this without you!

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18/07/2026

🌍 UK aid cuts: What it means for Malawi🇲🇼

The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has released its latest annual report, and the future funding outlook shows a major shift for Malawi.

Due to broader UK policy decisions to reallocate budgets toward national defence, bilateral aid to Malawi is facing a steep reduction over the next three years.

Here are the key takeaways:

📉 A 90% Drop in Direct Funding
From a baseline of roughly £51.4 million in 2025–2026, UK bilateral aid to Malawi is projected to decrease sharply:

* Down to £20 million in 2026–2027
* Down to £10 million in 2027–2028
* Reaching a baseline floor of £5 million by 2028–2029

⚠️ Real-World Impact on the Ground
Civil society groups and development watchdogs have raised concerns about how these cuts will affect vulnerable communities, especially as Malawi continues to navigate economic challenges and the ongoing effects of climate volatility (like recent El Niño-driven droughts). Key areas facing pressure include:

* Healthcare & Education: Scaling back long-term funding for basic clinics, primary schools, and clean water access.
* Food Security: Reducing the scope of climate-resilient agriculture and emergency safety nets that protect families from harvest failures.

🔄 A New Type of Partnership
As direct cash grants phase out, the UK is fundamentally altering how it works with Malawi. The relationship is shifting away from traditional aid delivery toward a model focused on:

* Transitioning from "donors" to economic investors.
* Offering high-level technical expertise and system support rather than direct service funding.
* Promoting locally led development and institutional self-reliance.

While the delivery model is changing, the hope is that technical partnerships and targeted investments will help bridge the gap and support Malawi's long-term resilience.



https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6a58a66c2cbe5d1c179a662c/FCDO_Annual_Report_2025_to_2026.pdf

18/07/2026

14/06/2026

🌍 Moving forward, together! ✨ It’s been an incredible 12 months of impact and community support for our partners in Malawi.

Despite some weather challenges this past year, your support has allowed us to keep making a real difference. Here’s a look at what we’ve achieved together:

Empowering Communities: Shipped essential supplies (clothing, sewing machines, and books) to Mzuzu, supported maternity care at Ekwandeni, and backed Chrissy’s Meals to help widows and orphans.

Education Boost: With secondary education now free, we are pivoting our student support and funding a game-changing 5-year computer maintenance scheme at Nkhande CDSS! 💻

Building Futures: The foundations are laid! Thanks to bricks made by local villagers, the new girls’ dormitory at Nkhande CDSS is officially underway. 🧱

Celebrating Partnership: We loved hosting our Annual Gathering with Dr. Kondwani Chidziwisano and celebrating the Scotland Malawi Partnership’s 20th anniversary with a local photo exhibition!

Thank you to everyone who makes this vital work possible. Onwards to the next chapter! 🇲🇼❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

23/05/2026

These photos have been forwarded to us by Kondwani, showing the computing classes we support.

There are 44 students to sit for the JCE* examinations this year in the school.

The maintenance contract works out at about £10 per computer per year, although that's due to rise.

Chair of KMG Ken Allen said: “I'm really pleased it's gone so well. Only one computer is in need of maintenance which is not bad considering the use they've been getting.”

Can you help? We raise money to promote education and health in the small African country of Malawi.

Email us to find out more.
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*The Junior Certificate of Education (JCE) examination is administered by the Malawi National Examinations Board (MANEB) and signifies the completion of junior secondary (Form 2) education.

09/05/2026

Makhosikazi Community Day Secondary School (CDSS) is located in Mzimba South, Malawi, in the Embangweni area. It serves over 180 students.

Pictured are two of the students we support at the school, Fatima and Lusungu Nyirenda.

The Headteacher is Madam Shonga.

We also support widows and have been able to give Mk50,000 to each (about £21), namely:

1_Colleta Banda
2_Alice Zgovu
3_Nozgenji Phiri
4_Fryness Zgovu
5_Anita Zumba
6_Gladys Chungs
7_Chrissy Kanyinji
8_Kelness Phiri
9_Staphel Longer
10_Tifiness Chirwa
11_Tryness Mvula
12_zindaba Chris Nyirongo
13_Violet Banda
14_Rachael Banda
15_Muzgondwase Msimuko
16_Ruth nkhoma
17_Violet Ngulube
18_mercy Phiri.

Photos and information from Rachael Banda.

09/05/2026

Good luck and well done to Sarah…

25/04/2026

Here are some photos from Rachael Banda, Chrissie's daughter, showing money being distributed. “Thanks so much for the assistance you render to the widows they are so much happy to receive monies from you donors and they were dancing with the church elders , I Rachael and Chris danced while sitting please keep it up there is so much hunger here in Malawi. Greet all our friends, May God bless you all”

25/04/2026

Happy Easter festival to you and all friends in Killearn village, including the historical Malawi team, your children and grandchildren, peggy and all church members of Killearn parish.

Through Lilian, I have seen the 14 boxes or 15 you sent to us via the bananabox container at Dundee. They have sent me the manifest sheet.

I and Ruth sincerely thank all those who contributed and gave you the materials. Thank you very much.

Two weeks from now we shall be flying to Malawi. When we reach home our first programme shall be to repaing he jamieson house and make sure one or two rooms shall always be spared for Killearn visitors.

The house now shall be used for visitors from Scotland and America.

The kileni private school is doing very well.

Please continue assisting kileni school, hilltop community, etc.

Yours, Levi and Ruth.