Youth Net and Counselling (YONECO)

Youth Net and Counselling (YONECO) Vision: “A self-reliant, healthy, empowered, resilient, responsible, and inclusive society that respects democratic values and principles.

Mission: We are a non-governmental organization that is committed to empowering the youth, women and children; promoting good health, human rights and democracy; adapting and mitigating the impact of climate change; and conducting research for evidence-based programming and advocacy.

YONECO participated in the Third Regional Dialogue on Feminist Funding for Women's Movements in East and Southern Africa...
01/06/2026

YONECO participated in the Third Regional Dialogue on Feminist Funding for Women's Movements in East and Southern Africa that was held from 25 to 27 May 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya.

The dialogue was organised by UN Women East and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) and the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women under the Advocacy, Coalition Building and Transformative Feminist Action to End Violence against Women (ACT) Programme.

The meeting brought together government representatives, women's rights organizations, feminist funders, UN agencies, and development partners committed to advancing gender equality and ending violence against women and girls.

The dialogue built on recommendations from previous regional engagements conducted in 2024 and 2025 and focused on addressing structural barriers that limit the sustainability, reach, and transformative impact of women's rights organizations.

Key discussions highlighted the need for increased investment in prevention of Gender-Based Violence ( ), adopting sustainable funding strategies, building partnerships among governments, donors and civil societies, and building capacities of grassroots women's rights organizations in their community work.

YONECO remains committed to contributing to regional and national efforts that promote gender justice, strengthen women's movements and advocate for sustainable financing.

01/06/2026

A 36 year old Primary School Teacher, Yotamu Vescan, has been arrested in Neno for allegedly having sexual in*******se with a 14 year old girl.

According to a police report the incident happened last month when the girl, who is in standard 8 at Chikonde Primary School, was coming from evening classes.

The report says Vescan met her on the way and dragged her to an unfinished building where he defiled her.

The girl then reported to her mother who took her to Neno District Hospital where she got admitted and examinations revealed that she was defiled.

The suspect who hails from Maere village TA Dambe in the district is expected to answer defilement charges contrary to Section 138 of the Penal Code.


-Joseph Mkango-

Nduna yowona zakusasiyana pakati pa amai ndi abambo, ana, ulumali ndi chisamaliro cha anthu, a Mary Navicha, yadandawula...
30/05/2026

Nduna yowona zakusasiyana pakati pa amai ndi abambo, ana, ulumali ndi chisamaliro cha anthu, a Mary Navicha, yadandawula ndikukula kwa chiwerengero cha ana omwe akumapezeka akupemphetsa m’misewu ya m’mizinda ya m’dziko muno.

A Navicha ati nzomvetsa chisoni kuti pafupifupi theka la anawa ali ndimakolo awo komanso makolowa ndiwo amawatuma kuti azikapempha.

Ndunayi yanena izi lero pa mwambo okumbukira tsiku loganizira mabanja padziko lonse komanso ana omwe amapezeka ndikukhala m’misewu, omwe wachitikira pa bwalo la zamasewero la sukulu ya pulayimale ya Lunzu m’boma la Blantyre.

Ndunayi yadzudzulanso mchitedwe omwe wakula m’dziko muno opangira nkhaza ana monga kuwagwililira, komanso kuwapatsa zilango zowawitsa akalakwisa.

M’mawu awo, mfumu yayikulu Kapeni ya m’boma la Blantyre, yadzudzula mchitidwe wa abambo ena omwe akumangobereka ana ochuluka koma osamawapatsa chisamaliro.

Mfumu yandodoyi yati mchitidwewu ukupangisa kuti ana ambiri m’dziko muno azikhala moyo ozunzika kuphatikizapo kupezeka akugona, kuyendayenda komanso kupempha mmisewu ya m’mizinda ya dziko lino.

Bungwe la YONECO mogwirizana ndi boma komanso mabungwe ena monga Project Hope Namibia, SOS Children’s Village, YODEP, ndi ena ndiwo anakonza mwambowu omwe wachitikira pamutu oti: Mabanja olimba komanso osasankhana ndi maziko amoyo wabwino wa ana.

𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟑𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫, 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐲𝐫𝐞Our team had a great interaction with student...
28/05/2026

𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟑𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫, 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐲𝐫𝐞

Our team had a great interaction with students from various primary and secondary schools during the ongoing Malawi International Trade Fair 2026 in Blantyre.

We extend our appreciation to the organisers, the Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI), for facilitating student sessions that allowed us to reach over 3,000 learners with information and respond to their pressing questions on key development issues.

Connecting with the next generation at the 36th International Trade Fair in Blantyre; sharing ideas, parking Sparking cr...
28/05/2026

Connecting with the next generation at the 36th International Trade Fair in Blantyre; sharing ideas, parking Sparking critical-thinking and leadership skills.

YONECO, in partnership with the Machinjiri Child Protection Case Conference Committee, conducted a child protection awar...
28/05/2026

YONECO, in partnership with the Machinjiri Child Protection Case Conference Committee, conducted a child protection awareness session at Namilango Primary School in Machinjiri, Blantyre.

The session educated learners on child rights, personal safety, the importance of education, and the dangers of early pregnancies, drug abuse, violence, and negative peer influence.

Speaking during the event, Headmistress Eullalia Namakuwa commended the initiative, saying the school faces challenges such as bullying, gang-related activities, and substance abuse among learners.

The outreach directly reached 1,366 learners, including 701 boys and 665 girls, and similar sessions are expected at South Lunzu and Nanjiriri primary schools.

𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐄𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐚
27/05/2026

𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐄𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐚

Today, YONECO conducted a child protection and development session at Dalitso Primary School in Mwanza, aimed at equippi...
26/05/2026

Today, YONECO conducted a child protection and development session at Dalitso Primary School in Mwanza, aimed at equipping learners with knowledge about personal safety as well as their rights and responsibilities.

The session targeted learners in junior primary school classes and used child-friendly approaches such as storytelling, songs, group activities, and question-and-answer discussions, which helped to create a safe and engaging learning environment.

The session focused on various social protection issues, as well as rights and their corresponding responsibilities. The children were also made aware of various reporting mechanisms, including the Tithandizane toll-free National Child Helpline #116.

A total of 78 children attended the session, comprising 36 boys and 42 girls.

Dziwani zambiri zokhudza matenda a Ebola ndi momwe amafalira
26/05/2026

Dziwani zambiri zokhudza matenda a Ebola ndi momwe amafalira

It’s Career Day at the 36th Malawi International Trade Fair in Blantyre, where YONECO and other institutions are engagin...
25/05/2026

It’s Career Day at the 36th Malawi International Trade Fair in Blantyre, where YONECO and other institutions are engaging students from various schools across the city with inspiring career guidance sessions and opportunities to help shape their future paths.

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YONECO, C/O Youth Leadership Development Centre, Along Zomba/Lilongwe Road, Opposite Islamic High School, Next To Calvary Family Church, P. O Box 471
Zomba

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