Cross-section of members of the Mulanje District Education Technical Working Group (DETWG) during the meeting where CRECCOM officially introduced the Tiwaphunzitse 2 Project The Creative Centre for Community Mobilisation (CRECCOM) has officially introduced the Tiwaphunzitse 2 (Increased Early Grade Literacy of Learners with Disability through Empowering Teachers and Guardians) Project to the Mulanje District Education Technical Working Group (DETWG), marking an important step

Hopeson Banda inspects his maize and tomato field in Gwaza Village, where he is applying sustainable agriculture practices acquired through the GJ4AY Project. At just 24 years old, Hopeson Banda of Gwaza Village in Traditional Authority Ganya, Ntcheu District, is proving that with the right skills and determination, young people can transform their lives and become agents of change in their communities. Not long ago, Hopeson, like many young people in rural communities, faced

Khwalala Primary School Headteacher, Brighton Mbetewa, addresses parents and community members during a sensitisation meeting aimed at improving learner attendance and maximizing learning time under the BeFIT Programme. Poor learner attendance, particularly on market days, has been identified as one of the challenges affecting learning outcomes at Khwalala Primary School in Phalombe District. To address the issue, the school recently organized a community sensitisation meetin

Participants pose for a group photo after a GGE 2.0 training in Mulanje, where school and community structures were equipped with skills to support safe and inclusive learning environments. CRECCOM has commenced a series of trainings for school and community structures in Mulanje District under the Girls Get Equal (GGE) 2.0 Project, aimed at strengthening community participation in creating safe, inclusive and supportive learning environments for learners. The two-day trainin

John Mkhize, a Mtapwa road user who plies motorcycle hire (kabaza) uses the bridge after its completion Located in the area of Senior Group Village Headman Maliro under Traditional Authority Chowe in Mangochi district, Chikomwe CBO is one of the five community-based organisations in Malawi that have benefited from the Milimo Local Capacity Building Activity, which was implemented by the Creative Centre for Community Mobilisation (CRECCOM) from 2021 to 2025 with 1.7 million US

Young women under the renewable energy pathway confidently repair solar gadgets during the Market Expo, challenging stereotypes in a field often viewed as male dominated. Young people under the Green Jobs for Adolescents and Youth Project transformed Banda Market in Sub Traditional Authority Mkutumula, Ntcheu, into a vibrant center of innovation and entrepreneurship during a market expo organized to showcase businesses established through the project. The youth, who were trai

Linice Sanga, Program Manager at CRECCOM, monitors a BeFIT learning session at Malabada Primary School in Blantyre City and shares her experience observing learners actively engaging in tablet-enabled literacy and numeracy lessons. Usually, when visitors enter a classroom, there is a little bit of drama. Learners suddenly sit up straight, some become unusually quiet, while others stare at you as though you have arrived with sweets hidden in your bag. But my visit to Malabada

CRECCOM officers following workshop proceedings during the SBC engagement meeting. CRECCOM is participating in a three-day stakeholder workshop in Lilongwe aimed at strengthening collaboration and shaping Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) interventions under the Climate Resilient Health and Well-Being for Rural Communities in Southern Malawi (CHWBRC) programme. The workshop, convened by Save the Children Malawi, has brought together implementing partners including Catholic He

Fanny smiling confidently at Nakamba CBE, embracing her second chance at learning In Mulanje District, many children face barriers that make staying in school difficult. For 14-year-old Fanny, challenges at home forced her to stop attending school while in Standard 5. Coming from a large family with limited resources, Fanny often struggled to access basic school materials and consistent support for her education. Over time, these challenges affected her confidence and partici

Manduweni Group members proudly stand in their thriving cabbage garden, showcasing the power of collective investment and teamwork through the SP-GEAR project. What started as a simple village savings group in Chinombo Jere Village under T/A Mtwalo in Mzimba North has now become a growing symbol of determination, teamwork, and economic transformation. The Manduweni Group, made up of 18 members (10 men and 8 women) was formed in December 2024 through support from Community-Bas

Maria Agnese Arban appreciates a low-cost drip irrigation system demonstrated by Arthur Chimwala, showcasing how recycled plastic bottles are being used to sustain crop production in dry conditions. A delegation from the European Union (EU) to Malawi has visited the Creative Centre for Community Mobilisation (CRECCOM) to appreciate the organisation’s work in improving livelihoods among young people, women, and vulnerable communities. The delegation, led by Maria Agnese Arban,

Mussa Honde feeds his dairy cows at his homestead in Ekwaiweni At 67, Mussa Honde of Ekwaiweni never anticipated that a single investment decision would alter the trajectory of his life. For years, he relied on the government's Social Cash Transfer Program (SCTP) to make ends meet, struggling to provide for his family and fulfill basic needs. Today, however, he proudly gestures towards a dairy cow grazing near his home, a testament to newfound stability. "Life has now improve

CRECCOM team meeting with Malawi’s Former Secretary of Education as part of research consultations. Young people in Malawi are moving from the margins to shaping the education policies that affect their future. Through its Collaborative Research and Action approach, CRECCOM, in partnership with the Network for Education Systems Transformation (NEST), has created space for youth to engage policymakers and highlight gaps between education systems, labour market needs, and real-

Graduating youths pose for a group photo The Creative Centre for Community Mobilisation (CRECCOM), as a key implementing partner in the Green Jobs for Adolescents and Youth Project, has celebrated the graduation of 100 youths equipped with practical skills for sustainable livelihoods. The graduates successfully completed hands-on training in ecotourism, sustainable agriculture, and renewable energy—key sectors aimed at promoting green economic opportunities among young people

Chibwana handing over items The Creative Centre for Community Mobilisation (CRECCOM) has reaffirmed its commitment to community resilience and humanitarian support following a joint relief mission to families displaced by recent floods in Chirunga Camp, Traditional Authority Mwambo, in Zomba. The visit was led by CRECCOM Executive Director, Alinafe Ireen Chibwana, alongside partners from Youth Net and Counselling (YONECO) and IsraAID. The delegation delivered essential relief

Mitawa II Primary School Mothergroup Before the intervention, Mitawa II Primary School in Ntata Zone, Traditional Authority Tombondia in Mulanje District, faced challenges that are all too common in rural Malawi: poor sanitation facilities, limited community ownership of school welfare, and an environment that quietly discouraged adolescent girls from fully participating in school life. With an enrollment of 1,207 learners (610 boys and 597 girls), the pressure on existing fa

Margaret Kapesa hands over the laptop to Principal Education Officer Hartley Kaluwa on behalf of CRECCOM. The Creative Centre for Community Mobilisation (CRECCOM) has donated a laptop to the Mulanje District Education Office to enhance operational efficiency and support the implementation of the Building Education Foundations through Innovation and Technology (BEFIT) Programme. The donation was made in response to a request from the district education office, which highlighte

CRECCOM staff engage a Community Theatre Group in TA Kuntumanje, Zomba District, during verification visits aimed at identifying theatre groups to support climate and health awareness through participatory drama. The Creative Centre for Community Mobilisation (CRECCOM) has commenced verification visits for Community Theatre Groups (CTGs) in Traditional Authority Kuntumanje in Zomba District as part of preparations to strengthen community engagement under the Climate Resilient

Project Partners and Stakeholders Pose for a Group Photo at the Green Jobs Dissemination Workshop The Creative Centre for Community Mobilisation (CRECCOM) participated in the National Dissemination Workshop on the Analysis of Policy Instruments Related to Green Jobs and Skills in Malawi, held in Lilongwe under the theme “Unlocking Green Jobs for Malawi’s Youth: Policy Coherence, Skills Development and Strategic Investment.” The dissemination meeting forms part of the Green Jo

CRECCOM Senior Program Officer, Zione Musa, delivering a presentation during the teacher orientation meeting, guiding educators on practical strategies to strengthen inclusive transition and integration of CBE learners into formal primary education. CRECCOM, under the Girls Get Equal 2 (GGE 2) Project funded by Norad through Plan International Malawi, conducted orientation meetings for Standard 1–5 teachers in primary schools hosting Complementary Basic Education (CBE) centre