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Bwalo La Ana Youth Active Community Organization is a lively youth based organisation committed towards promoting and defending human rights for the youth in the country and beyond

26/02/2026

At a meeting organised by the Women’s Legal Resources Centre under the Action for Paid Childcare Transformation project, BLAYACO joined fellow CBOs, chiefs and Social Welfare officers to reflect on the challenges facing childcare providers and employers.

We have learnt that many caregivers and employers have limited knowledge of Malawi’s labour laws.This has led to cases of low pay, unfair dismissal, long working hours and frequent disputes.

Financial strain remains one of the major pressures affecting the sector.

As BLAYACO, we are committed to raising awareness on labour laws, promoting dialogue, and working with community leaders to encourage fair labour practices.

We recommend continued sensitisation, simplified legal information and stronger support systems for resolving disputes.

Informed stakeholders will help build a fair and stable childcare system for all.

13/02/2026

Courtesy Visit by the National AIDS Commission

BLAYACO hosted a courtesy visit from the National AIDS Commission to review progress in HIV prevention interventions and discuss bottlenecks affecting implementation.

In 2024, BLAYACO partnered with DAPP Malawi and other youth led organisations to implement a Gender and HIV and AIDS focused package. Despite funding constraints, BLAYACO continues to sustain key community and peer led activities initiated under the project.

The Commission appreciated the organisation’s commitment to continuity beyond project support. Key challenges highlighted included volunteer fatigue, limited financial resources, and the need for strengthened coordination and technical support.

The visit created space to reflect on sustainability and identify ways to strengthen youth led HIV prevention efforts going forward.

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07/02/2026

BLAYACO Supports HIV Self Testing Scale Up in Blantyre Rural

DAPP Malawi has welcomed efforts by BLAYACO to increase access to HIV self testing kits in Blantyre Rural where new infections are rising.

Speaking during a capacity building meeting, Blantyre District Youth Officer Martha Chelewani commended DAPP but urged youth led volunteers to work closely with her office for better coordination.

The District HTS Coordinator also encouraged stakeholders to put more effort towards achieving the HIV 95, 95, 95 targets.

BLAYACO supports these efforts and remains committed to promoting HIV awareness and prevention among young people and communities.

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28/01/2026

As one way of driving youth led economic impact, our organisation is taking part in the Youth Innovation Fund Tier 1 onboarding and orientation in Blantyre, facilitated by the National Youth Council of Malawi.

The Director of Administration in the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, Mr. Peter Monosire Muthethe, emphasized discipline, innovation, and entrepreneurship as key drivers of job creation and economic growth, while NYCOM Director of Programmes, Mr. Williot Lumbe, urged young innovators to implement with focus and hard work in line with Malawi Vision 2063.

This engagement positions BLAYACO to translate innovation into sustainable youth employment and community solutions.

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25/11/2025

16 Days of Activism 2025: End Digital Violence

BLAYACO joins the world in calling for an end to online abuse against women and girls. Digital violence is growing and young women face the biggest risk. This year we are strengthening our efforts to keep girls safe both offline and online.

Through the MHARE Project with Hlanganisa Community Fund, we have supported women and girls living with disabilities and helped communities respond better to violence. Our work under the DREAMS Project with DAPP Malawi, funded by CDC and PEPFAR, has given girls skills, confidence and information to protect themselves, including in digital spaces.

As BLAYACO, we continue using our online platforms to spread awareness, share safety tips and challenge cyberbullying. We believe every woman and girl deserves a safe digital space.

Let us stand together against digital violence.
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15/10/2025

Mother’s Day Message from BLAYACO

From the Board of Directors, to the Director, subordinates, and members we all have one thing in common: we came from a mother, were raised by a mother, and continue to stand for the plight of mothers.

The Board, Management, and Staff of Bwalo La Ana Youth Active Community Organisation (BLAYACO) join hands in honoring the strength, love, and resilience of mothers everywhere.

Malawi commemorate Mother's Day on 15 October every year.

We wish every mother a Happy Mother’s Day.

27/09/2025

The Management Team from Bwalo La Ana Youth Active Community Organization (BLAYACO) has successfully undergone a five-day intensive capacity development training facilitated by the National Youth Council of Malawi (NYCOM) with support and supervision from the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

The event took place at Crossroads Hotel in Blantyre.

The training, organized in collaboration with DAPP-Malawi, brought together 18 youth leaders from six youth organizations in Blantyre and Chiradzulu. It focused on strengthening leadership and organizational management skills in areas such as:

Leading and managing youth-led organizations,Resource mobilization,Financial management and reporting,Programme planning and implementation,Monitoring and evaluation and Peer learning and partnerships

This initiative reaffirms NYCOM’s commitment to empowering youth-led organizations and ensuring their sustainability. For BLAYACO, the training marks an important step in enhancing our leadership capacity and strengthening our community-driven initiatives.

We look forward to applying the skills gained and to continued collaboration with stakeholders in driving meaningful youth development in Malawi.

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12/08/2025

Happy International Youth Day This year's global theme is: “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond”

05/08/2025

New opportunities are emerging for Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYWs) and survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) as Bwalo La Ana Youth Active Community Organisation (Blayaco) partners with the Hilden Charitable Trust to implement a two-year project in rural Blantyre. The initiative will focus on trauma-informed psychosocial support through the Survivors in Recovery Anonymous (SILA) model, alongside entrepreneurship training and financial linkages to boost business growth.

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23/07/2025

BLAYACO Showcases Impact at Youth Sustainability Workshop

Bwalo La Ana Youth Active Community Organisation (BLAYACO) is participating in a three-day capacity strengthening workshop under the DREAMS Loto Langa Project, implemented by DAPP Malawi.

The workshop, which took place at Crossroads Hotel in Blantyre, is focused on supporting youth-led organisations to sustain their work as the project approaches its phase-out in 2027.

On day one, BLAYACO, alongside fellow youth-led organisations, showcased its community impact at Impact Private Secondary School, one of its implementation areas under group Village Headman Musa Magasa, T/A Machinjri.

BLAYACO highlighted its ongoing partnership with DAPP and several key initiatives.

These include "Mhare," a gender based violence disability mainstreaming programme supported by Hlanganisa Community Fund, environmental conservation efforts such as paper recycling, and briquette making.

Also inclusive among the listed is its interventions in Menstrual Hygiene and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).

The organisation also reflected on previous projects that have successfully phased out, all of which continue to leave a huge impact on the communities and catchment areas it serves.

The event was officially opened by the Director of Youth in the Ministry of Youth and Sports, Ms. Judith Msusa, with remarks from Chiradzulu District Commissioner, Mr. Francis Matewere.

Day two of the workshop is set to feature youth-led organisations from Chiradzulu, with the final day dedicated to mapping capacity gaps and creating actionable sustainability plans.

BLAYACO remains committed to building safe, inclusive, and empowered communities through bold, youth-driven solutions.

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09/07/2025

Four Officials from Bwalo La Ana Youth Active Community Organisation (BLAYACO) recently successfully completed a four-day HIV Self-Test training organized by DAPP Malawi in Blantyre facilitated by Ministry of Health Trainers.

The training brought together youth-led organisations from Blantyre and Chiradzulu, aiming to equip us with essential knowledge and skills for distributing OraQuick self-test kits within our communities.

OraQuick is an oral fluid-based HIV testing kit that ensures privacy and encourages early detection, an important tool in the fight against HIV.

Throughout the sessions, we gained valuable insights on how to effectively engage with community members, approach clients, and coordinate with local health facilities to ensure proper linkage to care.

We were also introduced to the ScanForm system a digital tool that captures and processes data from physical forms, helping to improve accuracy and efficiency in reporting.

Additionally, we deepened our understanding of supply chain management, a crucial area that will help us improve the delivery of services in our target areas.

We believe this training is a significant milestone in strengthening our efforts toward a youth-led, community-based HIV response. We are ready to put this knowledge into action for the benefit of our communities.

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03/07/2025

As an affiliate of the National Youth Council of Malawi, BLAYACO is proud to be part of the 2025 National Youth Summit, held under the theme “Harnessing Youth Potential for Socio-economic Development.” The summit brings together passionate changemakers from Malawi, across Africa, and beyond to co-design and implement sustainable solutions that uplift and empower young people.

BLAYACO is thrilled to join this vibrant gathering at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe! Come visit us at Booth #4, located just by the main entrance, and discover more about our impactful work in empowering youth and communities through our diverse programs.

Our participation in this exhibition is made possible through the generous support of DAPP Malawi, under the Dream Loto Langa Project, funded by PEPFAR through CDC.

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Chemusa, Downstrairs Premise, Opposite Old Little Champs Pvt School, Off Zalewa Roaf
Blantyre

Telephone

+265991916291

Website

http://www.blayaco.org/

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