By Vincent Gunde
Mudzi Connect, a local Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), envisions a Malawi with vibrant and self-sustaining communities that harness their strengths and assets to shape their destinies with resilience and innovation.
With a mission to unlock the potential of local communities, Mudzi Connect invests in local ideas, strengthens skills, and builds lasting partnerships for sustainable development.
In Dowa district, Mudzi Connect initiated a groundbreaking clustered grant-making project in Traditional Authority(T/A) Msakambewa, implementing ten localized projects across diverse development sectors.
The organization invested $83,341.24 in grants, disbursed to Village Development Committees, which implemented projects including classroom blocks, a head teacher’s house, and an Under-Five Clinic.
According to Programme Officer Bertha Mukhuna, the project has triggered increased community participation, with locals contributing $8,656.85 (over 10% of the total budget) and other resources.
Mukhuna notes that this engagement ensures project sustainability and builds a strong foundation for future initiatives.
Mudzi Connect believes in empowering local communities to lead project implementation, strengthening their skills and ensuring sustainability.
The organization collaborated with the Dowa District Council, Civil Society Organization (CSO) Chair, and National Bank of Malawi (NBM) to select Traditional Authority Msakambewa as their impact area.
Currently, Mudzi Connect is conducting a baseline study, led by Professor Singini from Mzuzu University, to evaluate the project’s impact after two years.
This study will aid in assessing the project’s effectiveness in shaping the destiny of Malawian communities.
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