Malawi Creation Care Network-MCCN

11/05/2026

05/05/2026

🌳 Urban trees cool cities – but not all trees, and not in the same way everywhere.

Increasingly urban planners are using trees as nature’s ultimate air conditioner. But to maximize their efficacy in combatting the urban heat island effect, three major factors must be considered:
🟢 Tree traits
🏙️ Urban form
🌡️ Climate conditions

📘 Published in Communications Earth & Environment, a new meta-analysis of 182 studies across 110 cities and 17 climate zones reveals a complex picture.
✅ In 83% of cases, tree planting brought peak monthly temperatures below 26 °C.
✅ In some areas, trees reduced pedestrian-level temperatures by up to 12 °C.

But which trees are used, where and how, makes a big difference:
🌍 In tropical, temperate, and continental climates, mixed evergreen and deciduous trees in open urban spaces offer ~0.5 °C more cooling than single-species setups.
🏜️ In arid climates, evergreen species outperform others, especially in compact urban areas.
🌬️ Nighttime cooling can be limited by tree crowns trapping longwave radiation, reducing efficacy after sunset.
⚠️ In some conditions, trees can actually trap heat instead of cooling things down – for example, when their leaves stop releasing moisture or when they block air from moving around.

📊 The researchers built an interactive map and database, linking tree traits and cooling performance by city type, as a tool to help planners benchmark their strategies with climate-smart data.

🌱 Trees aren’t just about cooling. They support SDGs across the board – from health (SDG 3) and climate action (SDG 13) to sustainable cities (SDG 11) and biodiversity (SDG 15).

💡As cities grow hotter, we need more science-based, context-specific guidance for greener, cooler urban futures.

Find the study here 👉 https://ow.ly/91LE50XLynq

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02/05/2026

On the morning of Friday, 1st May 2026, Nalikule College of Education marked a significant milestone with the official launch of its Chaplaincy Service. Themed "Blending Spiritual Growth and Academic Excellence" and anchored in Proverbs 1:7, the occasion brought together students, staff, and distinguished church leaders in a celebration of faith and learning.

The programme was rich and purposeful. After opening prayers and remarks by the Principal, Dr. Denis Khasu, the Guest of Honour, Right Reverend Biswick Chimbalu Nkhoma of Kaning'a CCAP, delivered the Biblical Reflection. Two keynote addresses followed, from Very Reverend Canon Emmanuel Makalande, Vicars General of the Anglican Diocese of Lake Malawi, and Dr. Vincent Chiwamba of Gospel Enterprises, each making a compelling case for spiritual formation as the bedrock of genuine academic excellence. College Chaplain Fr. Geoffrey Pilirani Jonasi then unveiled the Chaplaincy 5 Point Plan, laying out a clear vision for how the chaplaincy would serve the college community. Gospel artist Alex Nkalo rounded off the proceedings with a spirited performance before Right Rev. Nkhoma and Dr. Khasu jointly launched the chaplaincy and closed in prayer.

The ceremony concluded with the planting of ten trees, five umbrella trees symbolising shade and pastoral care, and five mango trees representing fruitfulness and purpose. Donated by Charles Bakolo, MCCN Voluntary National Coordinator, the trees were planted by the Guest of Honour, both keynote speakers, Deputy Principal Mr. January, and Fr. Jonasi. It was fittingly symbolic close to the day: a chaplaincy, like a tree, does not bear its full fruit overnight. It grows quietly, steadily, and, when well rooted, it endures.

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22/03/2026

This year's theme for World Water Day is "Water and Gender", highlighting the importance of safe water and sanitation as human rights and critical enablers of gender equality.

The campaign for World Water Day (22 March 2026) – called ‘Where water flows, equality grows’

13/03/2026

🚨Exciting News🚨

We are thrilled to announce the 5th Edition of the African Regional Conference on Loss and Damage to be hosted by Civil Society Network on Climate Change and partners.

🗓️ Date: 25 – 27 March 2026
📍Location: Lilongwe, Malawi.

This year's conference will be held under the theme “Strengthening African Voices on Loss and Damage: From Evidence to Action.” The conference aims to amplify💡 Africa’s perspectives and influence global 🌎 climate negotiations while promoting practical solutions for communities on the frontlines of the climate crisis.

👥This revered gathered will bring together policymakers, civil society organizations, researchers, development partners, private sector, communities and climate experts from across Africa to discuss solutions to the growing impacts of climate change, particularly loss and damage affecting vulnerable communities.

Don't miss out!

Mark your calendar.

Be part of conversations that shape climate change management.

Follow the link 🔗below to register;
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Event Timing: 25Th - 27Th March 2026 Event Address: Bingu International Convention Center (BICC) - Lilongwe, Malawi Contact us at Civil Society Network on Climate Change (CISONECC) P.O. Box 1036, Lilongwe Area 49, Street Number 4, Plot Number 2718 Email: [email protected]

08/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day.

06/03/2026

WASTEAID Youth Club, a proud member of MCCN and TA Kalonga Youth Network, planted trees today at Chitiwili Primary School in Salima, supported by parents, teachers, and students.

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06/03/2026

Congratulations to LUANAR for winning the Inter-University Debate 2026!

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04/03/2026

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