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The Ministry of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare (MoGCDSW) is mandated to promote gender equality and protect the welfare of Malawian women, men, girls and boys with special focus on persons with disabilities and older persons to become self-reliant and active participants and beneficiaries of the national socio-economic development agenda.

PRESS RELEASE
11/07/2026

PRESS RELEASE

Central Region Stakeholders Consulted on Social Cash Transfer Programme Reforms The Ministry of Gender, Children, Disabi...
09/07/2026

Central Region Stakeholders Consulted on Social Cash Transfer Programme Reforms

The Ministry of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare has engaged stakeholders from the Central Region on proposed reforms to the Social Cash Transfer Programme (SCTP), aimed at strengthening the programme's efficiency, sustainability and accountability.

Speaking during the opening of the Central Region Consultation Workshop at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe on Thursday, Secretary for the Ministry, Esmie Tamanda Kainja, said the consultations are part of Government's commitment to redesigning one of Malawi's flagship social protection programmes to ensure it continues to effectively serve vulnerable households.

Kainja said the Social Cash Transfer Programme has made significant contributions to reducing extreme poverty and improving the welfare of ultra-poor and labour-constrained households, including child headed households, households headed by chronically ill persons and persons with disabilities.

She noted that changing fiscal realities, including reduced donor funding, have necessitated reforms to ensure the programme remains financially sustainable while maintaining its impact.

"The reforms are aimed at strengthening programme efficiency, improving targeting and accountability, and ensuring that available resources reach those who need them most," she said.

Kainja explained that the regional consultations seek to provide stakeholders with information on the proposed reforms, prepare District Councils for the transition and create an opportunity for participants to share experiences and recommendations that will shape the reform process.

Speaking on behalf of the European Union, Arnold Chikavanga commended the Government for undertaking broad-based consultations, describing stakeholder engagement as key to developing a stronger and more sustainable Social Cash Transfer Programme.

He reaffirmed the European Union's continued support to Malawi's social protection agenda and said the reforms present an opportunity to improve programme delivery and ensure that limited resources benefit the most vulnerable households.

The Central Region consultation brought together District Commissioners, Directors of Planning and Development, District Social Cash Transfer Programme Officers, officials from the Ministry of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, and representatives of development partners.


62 Years of Freedom
06/07/2026

62 Years of Freedom

During Community Development Month (CDM), Ishalikira Community in Chitipa has demonstrated the true meaning of unity in ...
02/07/2026

During Community Development Month (CDM), Ishalikira Community in Chitipa has demonstrated the true meaning of unity in development.

Eleven villages under Ishalikira VDC came together and established village banks, with the interest generated being contributed towards the construction of a community hall.

This collective effort has so far raised MK40.1 million, reflecting strong community ownership, commitment, and shared responsibility in driving local development.

The project is being supported with technical expertise from the Department of Public Works (DPW) and the Community Development Assistant (CDA).

Once completed, the hall will serve as a venue for Village Development Committee (VDC) meetings and other community activities, with plans also underway to construct an office and a fence. This is a clear example that when communities work together, development becomes sustainable and meaningful.




The Secretary for Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Esmie Kainja, has launched the “Kuphunzira Sikumatha”...
02/07/2026

The Secretary for Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Esmie Kainja, has launched the “Kuphunzira Sikumatha” Lifelong Learning Campaign in Lilongwe.

The campaign aims to promote Adult Learning and Education by equipping Malawians with literacy, vocational, and entrepreneurship skills to improve their livelihoods and strengthen self-reliance.

It reaffirms Government’s commitment to ensuring that learning remains a continuous process that benefits citizens beyond formal education.

Kainja emphasised that the initiative is key in addressing illiteracy, unemployment, and poverty, noting that empowering adults with practical skills enables them to actively participate in socio-economic development at household and community levels.

She further stated that the campaign will be implemented across all districts in the country, including rural and hard to reach areas, to ensure inclusive access to learning opportunities for all.

Speaking during the launch in Lilongwe, DVV representative Johann Heilmann , who are heading the programme, said adult literacy has evolved beyond reading and writing to include vocational, entrepreneurship, and other practical skills that help people earn incomes and improve their economic wellbeing.

Acting German Ambassador Andreas Hartmann reaffirmed their support towards building inclusive education systems that empower adults to improve their livelihoods and contribute to national development.

He added that Germany has already provided €1.3 million for three years through DVV International to support the initiative as part of its commitment to Malawi’s human development agenda.

The Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Mary Thom Navicha, MP, is today at Area 25 Health Centr...
02/07/2026

The Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Mary Thom Navicha, MP, is today at Area 25 Health Centre in Lilongwe to support the Ministry of Health during the launch of Lenacapavir (LEN), a long-acting injectable HIV prevention option.

The introduction of Lenacapavir marks a significant milestone in Malawi's HIV prevention efforts, providing a highly effective injection administered once every six months to help reduce new HIV infections.

The Minister's participation reflects the Government's commitment to strengthening collaboration across sectors to improve the health and well-being of all Malawians, particularly women, girls, and other vulnerable populations.

Deputy Minister Calls for Collective Action to End Elder AbuseDeputy Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social...
26/06/2026

Deputy Minister Calls for Collective Action to End Elder Abuse

Deputy Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Martha Mzomera Ngwira, today presided over the commemoration of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Salima, where she reaffirmed the Government's commitment to protecting the rights, dignity and well being of older persons in Malawi.

Speaking during the commemoration, Ngwira said older persons deserve to live in safety, dignity and respect, stressing that all forms of abuse, neglect, violence and discrimination against them have no place in society.

She urged families, communities and stakeholders to work together to safeguard the welfare of older persons and ensure they enjoy their rights.

The Ngwira further highlighted the importance of raising awareness on elder abuse and strengthening community-based mechanisms that prevent abuse while promoting care, inclusion and support for older persons.

She noted that protecting older persons is a shared responsibility that requires the active participation of everyone.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is commemorated annually to raise awareness about the abuse, neglect and exploitation faced by older persons and to encourage collective action towards creating a society where they can live free from violence, discrimination and fear.

Pictorial HighlightsThe Ministry of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare today launched the five year Ending ...
25/06/2026

Pictorial Highlights

The Ministry of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare today launched the five year Ending Child Marriage Programme, funded by the Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF).

The programme aims to accelerate efforts to end child marriage in Malawi by strengthening prevention interventions, promoting girls' education, enhancing child protection systems, and supporting community-led action to safeguard the rights and well-being of children.

The Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Mary Thom Navicha, officially opened the Regional Wor...
24/06/2026

The Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Mary Thom Navicha, officially opened the Regional Workshop on the Realisation of the African Disability Protocol (RAD-P) in Lilongwe.

The workshop, running from 23 to 25 June 2026, has brought together delegates from Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe, Organisations of Persons with Disabilities, and development partners.

The workshop provides a platform for sharing experiences, strengthening partnerships and advancing the ratification, domestication and implementation of the African Disability Protocol across the region.

In her remarks, the Minister reaffirmed Malawi's commitment to promoting the rights, dignity and inclusion of persons with disabilities through strengthened laws, policies and programmes, while calling for collective action to ensure that no one is left behind.

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