Year: 2026

YONECO has urged women in Chiradzulu district to take a stand against child marriage while pursuing economic opportunities that can strengthen household livelihoods and reduce their vulnerability to Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The call was made during a community awareness session that was attended by 20 members of Khumbo Lathu Women’s Group at Mombezi Court. The…

Dear Reader, Schools have closed. Students in examination classes are anxiously waiting for the results. Our experience informs us that those who performed well often have a sense of their success even before the official announcement, as true understanding precedes the test itself. Meanwhile, students who were in non-examination classes have progressed to the next…

YONECO organized a clean-up exercise at Chitipa Hospital Guardian Shelter to address the poor sanitary conditions that had rendered the site unconducive for occupants and posed potential health risks. The exercise was supported by 23 women guardians who actively participated in cleaning and improving the surrounding environment. “The exercise has created a safer and healthier…

On 31 July 2026, Chiradzulu commemorated the Day of the African Child (#DoAC) at St. Theresa Primary School ground. YONECO participated in the event, engaging with attendees and raising awareness about the free child protection services the organization offers. The team shared information on how children, parents, caregivers, and communities can access the support and…

YONECO’s Machinjiri Early Childhood Development (ECD) Centre in Blantyre celebrated learners’ achievements and progress during an end-of-term 3 closing ceremony that was held on 30 July 2026. The ceremony brought together parents, guardians and caregivers who discussed the importance of early childhood education in academic, social and emotional development. The learners organized various performances, including…

On 28 July 2026, YONECO conducted a sensitization meeting with health workers at Milepa Health Centre in Chiradzulu district in a bid to strengthen the provision of quality and stigma-free health services for high-risk populations. The session was aimed at promoting the delivery of respectful, confidential, and non-discriminatory HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and care services…