Billy's Malawi Project

Billy's Malawi Project The Billy Riordan Memorial Trust works to improve the overall health status of the village of Cape Maclear (Chembe Village).

The original Billy Riordan Memorial Clinic was opened in 2004 to provide primary care medical services to the people of Chembe and Cape MacClear in Malawi in Central Africa. At that time no clinic existed to serve the medical needs of this community of approximately 15,000 people and people died daily from largely preventable and treatable diseases. The nearest district hospital was a one and a ha

lf hour difficult journey away and was out of reach for most villagers. In 2007 a small in-patient unit was added and the clinic now provides 24 hour medical care on an in-patient and out-patient basis to the largely subsistence farming population. During the dry season an average of 80 patients attend the clinic every day but this can rise to 120 during the wet season. The conditions most frequently seen are HIV/Aids and Malaria and associated diseases such as asthma, dysentery and malnutrition. The Clinic is staffed mainly on a volunteer basis and is constantly seeking new volunteers. All our funding comes from donations of which 91% goes directly to the running costs of the clinic.

25/06/2026

Take a look at the latest goings on at the clinic!
Billy's volunteers chatted with travel blogger Tim Maxwell during his visit to Cape Maclear. Our volunteer Simon was happy to show him the progress being made on the construction of our new maternity unit and obstetrical theatre!
If you would like to contribute towards the completion of this project, please donate here: https://www.billysmalawiproject.org/index.php?page=make-a-donation -content

🎟️ TICKET GIVEAWAY! 🎟️We're giving away 2 tickets to a very special night of music in Di**le on Friday July 3rd in suppo...
24/06/2026

🎟️ TICKET GIVEAWAY! 🎟️

We're giving away 2 tickets to a very special night of music in Di**le on Friday July 3rd in support of the Billy Riordan Memorial Clinic in Malawi.

Featuring Damien Dempsey, Lumiere, Gerry O'Beirne and Cúl Dubh, it's going to be a really special evening of music and songs. 💙

The clinic provides vital healthcare services in Cape Maclear, Malawi, and every ticket sold helps support its ongoing work.

To be in with a chance of winning:

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📅 Winner announced Wednesday, July 1st

Thank you for supporting this amazing cause, and best of luck everyone! 💙

🎟️ Ticket link: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/charity-concert-tickets-773713717557

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Here are our medical students volunteers Elena, Mia, Rachel and Cormac from University College Cork, with a suitcase ful...
22/06/2026

Here are our medical students volunteers Elena, Mia, Rachel and Cormac from University College Cork, with a suitcase full of medical supplies they kindly donated to the clinic! 🩺 These students are spending four weeks with us 🙏🏻 We are grateful to have members of the Surgeon Noonan Society raise money and volunteer at the Billy Riordan Memorial Clinic!

Huge congratulations to Edna our nurse manager with her new baby daughter called Lungile. Both mum and baby are beautifu...
22/06/2026

Huge congratulations to Edna our nurse manager with her new baby daughter called Lungile. Both mum and baby are beautiful and well.

🎶 Live Music for a Cause 🎶Damien Dempsey to Headline Special Charity Concert in Di**le on Friday, July 3rd with Lumiere ...
09/06/2026

🎶 Live Music for a Cause 🎶
Damien Dempsey to Headline Special Charity Concert in Di**le on Friday, July 3rd with Lumiere and Cúl Dubh

📅 Friday, 3 July
🕢 Doors Open: 7.30pm/ Concert 8pm
📍 St. Mary's Church, Di**le St Mary's Church Di**le
🎟 Tickets: €35 (+ booking fee) https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/damien-dempsey-with-support-in-aid-of-the-billy-riordan-memorial-trust-tickets-1990718519681

One of Ireland’s most powerful and authentic musical voices, Dempsey is renowned for his stirring live performances and deeply personal songs, shaped by themes of Irish life, history and resilience. His appearance in the intimate setting of St. Mary’s Church offers a rare opportunity to experience his music up close.

He will be joined on the night by Lumiere, the acclaimed duo of Eilís Kennedy and Pauline Scanlon, whose sound is rooted in the rich singing tradition of West Kerry. Placing song and storytelling at the heart of their music, they have brought their distinctive, intimate style from local sessions to international stages, joined by renowned guitarist Gerry O'Beirne.

Also supporting on the night is Cúl Dubh, a local traditional band featuring John O’Brien, John Kelly, Avril Bowler and Laurence Courtney.

All proceeds from the concert will go to Billy’s Malawi Project, a remarkable charity founded by Di**le woman Mags O’Riordan. Established in the early 2000s in memory of her son Billy, the project delivers essential healthcare, education programmes and nutritional support, improving and saving lives in Malawi.

This special concert offers a rare opportunity to experience outstanding live music while supporting a truly worthwhile cause.

Tickets are €35 (plus booking fee) and are available online, or locally from:
-La Bohème Boutique
-Irish Hide Designs
-Pure Beauty Salon

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22/05/2026

Have a look at some of the new equipment for our maternity unit!
We have received the first delivery of equipment to furnish our new maternity unit, this will provide safe and comfortable medical treatment to new and expectant mothers here at Billy's!
We are extremely grateful to all of our donors for their generous support to make this project a reality. More support is required to continue to deliver medical care to this village. Please donate what you can to help us reach our goal and complete the construction of our new maternity unit operating theatre!

22/05/2026
In April, TY students at Colaiste na Coiribe, Galway held two very successful fundraising events for the clinic. A spons...
21/05/2026

In April, TY students at Colaiste na Coiribe, Galway held two very successful fundraising events for the clinic. A sponsored walk up Diamond Hill and a cake sale raised Euro 1775. A huge Thank You to all concerned. All funds raised will go towards the construction and equipping of our maternity unit operating theatre.

27/03/2026

Watch us distribute medication to primary school students to combat Bilharzia in the community.
Bilharzia is endemic in the community. With the support of Cavan County Council we can afford to distribute this medicine to schools throughout the region

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