Hope in Action: A Solutions Journalism Podcast by AfricaBrief
By Winston Mwale, AfricaBrief
The podcast is based on the principles of solutions journalism, focusing on solutions and best practices, rather than just problems and challenges.
Hope in Action: A Solutions Journalism Podcast by AfricaBriefApr 18, 2023
Mobile Courts Tackle Backlog of Gender-Based Violence Cases in Malawi
In this episode, we'll explore how a local organization is taking action to clear gender-based violence cases that have been pending for too long in Malawi.
The Organization for Sustainable Socio-Economic Development Initiative (OSSEDI) is running mobile courts in Traditional Authority Nkula and Ngokwe in Machinga, Malawi, with support from the Spotlight Initiative.
Join us as we speak to an OSSEDI representative and hear how they're making a difference in the fight against gender-based violence.
Mzuzu University Sacco Builds K6M Fence for St. Mary's School for Visually-Impaired in Karonga
In this episode of "Hope in Action," an AfricaBrief podcast, we highlight the positive change brought about by Mzuzu University Sacco's support to St. Mary's School for the visually-impaired in Karonga, Malawi.
Catherine Mnthali, the Manager of Mzuzu University Sacco, shares the inspiration behind the organization's support and details the process of building a K6M fence for the school.
We also hear from Akimu Kayira, the teacher-in-charge at St. Mary's School, who shares the impact that the fence has had on the school and its students.
Tune in to learn more about this heartwarming story of hope in action.
Malawi Clinician Fights Malnutrition with Mobile Clinics
In this episode of "Hope in Action" by AfricaBrief, host Winston Mwale shares the inspiring story of Keston Mhango, a former clinician at Ekwendeni Mission Hospital in Mzimba district, Malawi.
Mhango's passion for his community and determination to address the high levels of malnutrition led him to investigate the root causes of the problem. He discovered that hunger and a lack of knowledge on how to prepare nutritious food for children were contributing to malnutrition in the communities served by the hospital.
Mhango's innovative solution was to introduce mobile clinics and primary health education to teach basic childcare skills. His idea was accepted by hospital officials and has since helped to decrease the malnutrition rate in his community from 49 percent in 1990 to just 1 percent in 2022, saving the lives of many children.
In this episode, listeners will have the opportunity to hear directly from Mhango and one of the beneficiaries of the mobile clinic initiative, as they share their experiences and insights into how innovative solutions can make a positive impact on malnutrition in Malawi.
Malawian Youths Combat Climate Change with Briquettes
In this podcast episode, we learn about a group of young people in Malawi who have taken action to combat the effects of climate change in their community. The youth in Malomo, Ntchisi district, central Malawi, are facing difficulties in finding firewood and charcoal due to careless tree cutting.
In response, they have started a project to make briquettes out of groundnut shells and leftover maize, under the guidance of Reverend Samuel Dewa.
The project aims to reduce the use of firewood and charcoal and prevent the degradation of the land. The use of briquettes not only lessens the need to cut down trees but also creates job opportunities for the young people involved.
Alex Yapola, Youth Coordinator for St Paul's Youth Group, explains that the project has given young people a sense of purpose and has educated the community about the benefits of using briquettes instead of firewood or charcoal.
This podcast offers an inspiring example of how young people can make a difference in the fight against climate change, even in challenging circumstances.
Sinetre's Music Initiative Helps Malawi Youth Overcome Life's Challenges
The episode, Sinetre's Music Initiative Helps Malawi Youth Overcome Life's Challenges, highlights the challenges faced by many young people in Malawi, including poverty, unemployment, and unequal opportunities.
The episode features Charles Sinetre, the founder of Nkhadze Youth Alive, who is using music to transform the lives of young people in Balaka district.
Sinetre's initiative is helping young people see a brighter future despite the challenges they face.
This episode was inspired by a story by one of our Solutions Journalism Project contributors, Chionetsero Cham’bwinja, which you can read here.
Production of this episode was made possible with funding by the Federal Republic of Germany; Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (“BMZ”) together with DW and the NMT.
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The Whole Story Podcast is a new initiative by AfricaBrief, aimed at highlighting the positive efforts of individuals and groups in addressing challenges in Malawi.
The podcast will be based on the principles of solutions journalism, focusing on solutions and best practices, rather than just problems and challenges.
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