Malawi, a lush landlocked country in South-Eastern Africa, also known as The Warm Heart of Africa, is defined by her friendly people and topography of highlands split by the Great Rift Valley and enormous Lake Malawi. The lake’s southern end falls within Lake Malawi National Park sheltering diverse wildlife and it's clear, tropical waters are popular for diving and boating. Malawi has undergone an exciting wildlife revival in recent years with an incredible series of animal reintroductions, including the famous Big Five.

The country beholds such impeccable natural beauty but sadly her people are living in hardship because of the struggling economy. With a current population of 18million, Malawi is faced with 50.7% of the population living below the poverty line and a staggering 25% living in what is extreme poverty. Majority of Malawians rely mainly on agriculture to provide an income for their families. The average daily income in rural villages is about $1.90. Fewer than 1 in 10 Malawians have access to electricity, and clean drinking water is a limited resource. Poor children are more likely to drop out of school before they reach standard 5 and the ongoing problem of HIV/AIDS is a major concern.

There is an urgent need to holistically look at child wellbeing, focusing on a range of goods and services that children require to learn, survive, develop, and be protected.

Fighting to end child poverty in all its dimensions is crucial for fulfilling the rights of every child

and for the future of Malawi.