Malawi Project Inc.

04/08/2026

Across Malawi right now, families are facing a painful wait. The 2024/2025 farming season brought dry spells that damaged crops. So, even where fields are still green, that means, the harvest isn't ready yet. No harvest means no food on the table.

That's the reality our neighbors in Lilongwe are living right now. So on a recent Monday morning, Action for Progress Director Wilson Tembo called the community together, and they showed up. Every person went home with 10kg of maize to feed their family. 🌽

Small by some measures. Life-changing by others. Read the full story on our website: https://www.malawiproject.org/some-is-better-than-none/

03/23/2026

In the Malawi countryside, children often follow their parents to the farm each morning while older siblings head off to school. What might look like a simple daily routine is actually something deeper taking shape.

When a child is sent on a small errand, a brother or sister will step up to go along, not because they were asked, but because they feel that pull to look out for each other. It's how responsibility, love, and protection are quietly passed from one generation to the next.

Read the full story: http://malawiproject.org/i-am-my-sisters-keeper/

02/25/2026

Let’s go to Worship, it is Sunday

In the States, we attend worship services Sunday after Sunday in well-kept church buildings. We take it for granted. They are always there. But in eastern Malawi, over near the lake shore community of Nkhotakota, that conclusion is not valid. Recent rains and heavy winds destroyed a church building where about 80 people had been meeting. Wilson Tembo, Executive Director of Action for Progress, sent a series of photographs depicting the aftermath of the storm. They show a group of Christians gathering for worship services. They are sitting on the concrete floor, with only a few bricks lining the outer perimeter of the foundation. Most of the rest of the bricks are lying in broken piles along the outer wall. The image of the devastation lingers in one’s mind.

One can easily mistake the scene for a construction site. However, Tembo’s accompanying note reveals the building had been destroyed by intense storms. The devastation extended well beyond the building; it affected crops, villages, houses, and the lives of many people.

Dick Stephens, of the Malawi Project, notes, “I have not been able to get these scenes out of my mind. They give me a different perspective when I enter our church building in the States. I am struck by our intact walls, well-painted interior, and finely finished ceiling. I am more aware of the warmth and comfort of the interior, the padded pews, songbooks, and Bibles readily available for all attendees, and the carpeted floors. The stark contrast between what we have and what they have is hard to comprehend. As I look around our auditorium, I recall the Bible verse, “To whom much is given, much will be required” (Luke 12:48).

02/23/2026

Thanks to Orphan Grain Train for shipping food to Malawi for distribution to severely affected areas.

02/07/2026

DISTRIBUTING AID AFTER DARK

In western nations we travel on paved highways and multilane interstates that offer ease and safety. While nighttime travel necessitates heightened caution, most individuals still embark on journeys without concern.

However, in Malawi, the situation presents a stark contrast. Paved roads are scarce, and even those that exist can be riddled with potholes, animals, pedestrians, and oncoming traffic that can easily force travelers off the road and into ditches. Despite the inherent dangers, this mode of transportation remains significantly safer than traversing secondary roads and rural areas. To witness nighttime travel, join us in this video, as we accompany Wilson Tembo, Executive Director of Action for Progress, as he navigates unpaved roads in a valiant effort to deliver critically essential aid to the people of Malawi.

02/04/2026

FLASH FLOODS RENDER RESIDENTS DESTITUTE

In the Nkhotakota district of Malawi, a severe flood event unfolded after seven days of intense rainfall. The overflowing rivers caused widespread destruction, resulting in the loss of 2,193 houses and significant damage to crops, livestock, and infrastructure. The humanitarian crisis prompted immediate action from Action for Progress, supported by Orphan Grain Train and the Malawi Project.

The Department of Disaster Management Affairs (Dodma) diligently collected data on individuals in urgent need of assistance. The floods have affected a total of 13,158 people, with over 500 households requiring immediate food, clothing, utensils, and blankets.

In response, Action for Progress distributed relief food supplies to 1,000 households in Traditional Authority Mwadzama in Nkhotakota and Traditional Authority Kasakula in Ntchisi District. During the distribution ceremony, a representative of Traditional Authority Mwadzama expressed concern about the delayed response to the incident. However, he acknowledged Action for Progress’s timely provision of food supplies.

On behalf of the government, Mr. Chikoya, the Disaster Management Officer responsible for the region, emphasized the importance of supporting early maturity crops such as potatoes and cassava to replace the washed-away produce. He humbly requested the organization’s consideration of providing medium to long-term solutions, including the provision of early maturity crops, to enable affected individuals to resume their agricultural activities.

In addition to crops, household items, and clothing, farmers have also lost their domesticated animals. The Executive Director of Action for Progress, addressing the public, urged them to conserve the environment by, among other measures, refraining from indiscriminate tree cutting. This would contribute to the control of flooding. “We strongly encourage you to participate in environmental conservation efforts. We must plant more trees and avoid the unnecessary cutting down of trees,” he stated.

He further encouraged the victims to maintain faith in God that He will provide for their needs. “We have provided relief food to ensure that you have something to eat. This food is given to you with an open heart by Action for Progress,” he concluded.

For several weeks, the victims were accommodated in classrooms at two separate schools. However, when schools reopened on January 12, 2026, the individuals were compelled to relocate. They were forced to seek shelter with their relatives, which placed additional strain on host families.

Tembo concludes, “Upon our return homes in Lilongwe, it became evident that a more sustainable solution to the prevailing challenges is urgently required. One of the most pressing needs for these individuals is support for replanting efforts while the rains are still in season. This proactive approach will enable them to secure food for themselves and their children in the future.”

01/29/2026

ACTION TRIKE
After you look over the new ACTION TRIKE, and the story below, let us know your thoughts about its value. [email protected]

01/28/2026

INTRODUCING THE ACTION TRIKE

As the ship approaches the African coast, the excitement at the Malawi Project and Action for Progress intensifies. With over 380 forty-foot shipping containers delivered to Malawi in the past 33 years, one might wonder why this container holds significance. The answer lies in its status as the inaugural container to contain more than 300 of the newly introduced Action Trikes.

The Action Trike represents a comprehensive redesign of the mobility units sent to Malawi in recent years. Collectively, these mobility devices have achieved remarkable success, comprising nearly 3,000 units since 2018. Mobility Ministries, led by Robert and Arla Gabrielse, and their team have developed a close bond with the Malawi Project and Action for Progress through their contributions of mobility units. Notably, these units also drew the attention of the Malawi government, leading to the establishment of a collaborative partnership between AfP and the government to address mobility challenges. This initiative gained widespread recognition and fostered a mutually beneficial relationship between the government and AfP mobility programs that has spread nationwide.

Several benefits are evident in the new design. First, the body of the unit drops down to just 4.5 inches off the ground, compared to the previous unit’s 7.5 inches. This lower design facilitates easier access for recipients. Second, a plastic molded frame replaces the wood structure, providing a more durable and efficient solution. Units now have 19.5” flat free wheels that have replaced the former 15” wheels, enhancing the unit’s stability and maneuverability. A redesigned frame offers a smoother ride, improving the comfort and experience for users.

Mobility is a major issue in Malawi and few people in village areas can afford to own any type of mobility devise. If they have mobility issues, they have no hope of it ever changing. Bob Gabrielse observes, “This vehicle not only gives Mobility, but also brings Dignity, and along with that, it inspires Hope!”

While Mobility Ministries donates the units, there is the cost to ship them across the ocean and distribute them nationwide. Your support will assist in getting those units into the hands of those who need them. For many of them it will open the door to be able to support themselves, their families, and be able to live a more fulfilling life.

01/26/2026

Please consider the request below. Even a small amount will be greatly appreciated and will help.

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COSTS ARE UP, UP, AND AWAY

Lilongwe, Malawi … Over the years the Malawi Project, through the efforts of sister organization, Action for Progress, has been able to establish a distribution network to every region of the country. This network allows the opportunity to distribute agricultural, medical, and educational supplies to the poorest of the poor through government, community, and church networks. However, this means AfP has a high outlay for fuel and truck maintenance cost. Therefore, it was a shock to learn in mid-January that Malawi was raising the cost of fuel by a full 41%. This means the cost of fuel, both regular and diesel, has reached the highest cost of any nation on the African continent. This mixes with Malawi being one of the poorest nations on earth and sets up many for the inability to move about with motorized vehicles. It adds a major cost to the distribution of supplies sent to Malawi through the Malawi Project network.

Richard Stephens, Executive Director and co-founder for the Project extends this observation and request, “Since the beginning of this work in Africa our contributors have always stepped up to fill the needs of the people of Malawi. Thousands upon thousands have been given assistance when the need was highlighted. With this new development of the crippling rise in fuel costs we are turning to our contributors yet again for assistance. We need your help, and, if you have not been sending financial assistance, we are asking that you consider a monthly contribution this year for $10, $25, or $50,00 dollars a month. If you are already assisting, we thank you and ask if you will consider an uptick in your assistance. You can go to the MP web site and program a monthly contribution. https://www.malawiproject.org/donate/ Checks can be sent to Malawi Project, 2421 Golfside Drive, Lebanon, IN 46052.

Contribute To Their Future… You can donate to the Malawi Project through PayPal or by check or money order. For PayPal, click the following donation button and follow the prompts. Or mail your check or money order to: Malawi Project, Inc.2421 Golfside DriveLebanon, IN 46052-8176

12/23/2025

Jupita Sindani – A Life Testament

Since being diagnosed with polio shortly after birth, 30-year-old Jupita Sindani has never let physical challenges stop her. Despite her struggles she recently graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities from University of Malawi, and is now a volunteer teacher at Jenda Community Day Secondary School.

Her parents, who had to carry her to school, always encouraged her to work hard. As it became more difficult for them to carry her to school, Jupita was blessed with a wheelchair from Malawi Against Polio (MAP). “The wheel chair was a motivation for me to continue working hard at school because my dream and goal was to reach university level just like any ambitious lady would do”, says Jupita, “Not only did I want to reach university level but I also wanted to be a teacher and a role model to my fellow physically challenged people that disability is not inability.”

But when the wheelchair was worn out and broken, Jupita found getting to school difficult, if not impossible. When she heard the Malawi Project was providing mobility devices through Action for Progress, she was thrilled, saying “Finally God has seen me through!”

11/18/2025

TEMBO GIVES OUT BACKPACKS
Wilson Tembo, the Director of Action for Progress in Malawi, gives out backpacks to students from a elementary school near the Action for Progress distribution center in Lilongwe. Donations like this are only possible because contributors in the U.S. make these items available.

11/18/2025

THAN YOU EAGLE CREEK CHURCH
Our deep appreciation goes to Jackie and Anthony Gayden and the Eagle Creek church of Christ in Indianapolis, Indiana for the donation of 21 bicycles, several of them brand new, for the people of Malawi. Anthony and Jackie made their first trip to Malawi earlier in the year and as a result have become avid supporters of the work and needs of the people there. After their return they reported their findings to their local congregation, the Eagle Creek church. The result has been an increase in support for Malawi. We deeply appreciate the Gayden’s and the Eagle Creek congregation for their commitment.