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Mpama Area Program

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Program Type

Community Development

Planned Life Cycle

2007 - 2022

Location

Malawi

Areas of Focus

Health | Livelihoods 

Program Timeline

Status: Closed

Progress

1,408community members have access to formal or informal financial and business development services

Progress

1,407people were actively involved in savings groups, providing them with financial literacy training and access to small loans

Progress

1,307community members, including children, were trained in disaster risk reduction strategies

The community of Mpama has graduated

In 2022, the community transitioned from sponsorship to self-sufficiency and World Vision is no longer on site. Because of the dedication and partnership of sponsors like you, local people and organizations have been equipped to continue leading the community’s development – and that is something to celebrate!

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Program Details

With the help of your generous and loving support, life in Mpama has transformed. Children and families are much stronger now. The community has met its goals, they have graduated to self-sufficiency and World Vision has left the community to help another one. Your support will have a lasting impact for years to come.

Context

The Mpama (pronounced Mm-pah-mah) community is located in one of the most highly populated and poorest districts in Malawi. It is approximately 32 kilometres from Blantyre, the major centre for the region. The community lies in the shadow of Chiradzulu Mountain, with some areas situated in the highlands and hills and others in the dambo, a seasonal wetland.

The area has experienced soil erosion as a result of deforestation and erratic rainfall, which means water is unreliable for personal use and agriculture. This greatly affects the people of Mpama because more than 90% of families make their living off the land. People live in simple grass-thatched homes made from sticks, wood, or bricks. Although there are mixed ethnic groups in the area, the main groups are the Lomwe and Yao. Chichewa is the dominant language.

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Results

Unless otherwise stated, data presented on this page reflects the most up-to-date results of World Vision Canada programs reported between October 2022 and September 2023, and any previous fiscal years available. Previously reported data may not match the current presentation as we continuously receive and refine data from our programs. If you have any questions, kindly reach out to us.