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Welcome to African Vision Malawi

African Vision Malawi (AVM) is transitioning its work and partnerships to the gold Youth Development Agency (gold-youth), ensuring that AVM’s rich legacy continues to flourish while expanding its vision for impact. Both organisations celebrate 20 years of impact this year, making the transition of AVM’s work to gold-youth a natural and timely step.

This is not a takeover but a strengthening of AVM’s legacy, building on two decades of social and relational capital to ensure long-term sustainability, wider reach, and deeper outcomes in social behaviour change, education, and job creation for young people in Malawi and beyond.

By becoming part of gold-youth’s Africa-rooted movement, AVM’s work will be amplified through a proven model that equips young people with skills, mentoring, and opportunities to become leaders who shift social norms, complete their education, and grow in economic independence. This evolution honours the past while unlocking fresh opportunities for Malawi’s youth within a continental vision where all young Africans discover and live out the gold inside them. Learn more at www.goldyouth.org.

AVM’s established health programmes will not be part of this transition. They will continue to serve the community and will now be run through our long-term partner Love Support Unite, more details on this to follow.

There is more information here in our Information Pack

Our vision...

to see a "healthy, educated and self-sufficient community in Malawi".

The people of Malawi want to help themselves.

Since 2005 African Vision Malawi has been helping children & vulnerable people in Malawi, one of the poorest countries in the world.

We can empower them to become self-sufficient and independent.

What we do

Sams Village

Sam's Village

Sam’s Training Village is a self-sustaining training village, built on a 17-acre site. The objective is to support a move away from hand-outs and to train thousands of local people out of poverty.

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Health

Health

11% of children die before reaching their 5th birthday.
50% of under 5's deaths are due to Malaria.
11% of Malawians are living with HIV/AIDS. (WHO)

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Education

Education

We have 12 centres supporting the under-5's and support pupils in Primary, Secondary and Further Education, typically 40 secondary and 20 university students at any given time.

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Water & Sanitation

Today, many of Malawi’s poorest and most marginalised people don’t have clean water to drink, decent toilets or good hygiene. Without these basics, we cannot begin to help them with better education, health and self-sufficiency.

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Environment

Our immune systems depend on good nutrition. In Malawi people depend on their maize harvest to the exclusion of many highly-nutritious foods. Deforestation on a massive scale leads to Malawi losing about 300km2 of forest land every year.

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Celebrate & Give

Most fundraising comes from personal donations. You can help us through regular monthly giving; leaving a legacy; pledging gifts from a birthday; or running a fundraising event. Please consider one or more of these as it’s so easy to help.

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Donate now to help us help children & vulnerable people in Malawi.

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Latest news

Malawi 500km Pedal Power Challenge Set for April 2026

Join us for a 10-day expedition through "The Warm Heart of Africa," where adventure meets purpose. 1 minute advert here This 500km journey invites medium-level cyclists to traverse the stunning landscapes of Southern Malawi, from the vibrant shores of Lake Malawi to the historic cave paintings of Dedza. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to witness the majesty of local wildlife on safari and feed the iconic fish eagles. The challenge concludes with a celebratory visit to Sam’s Village, where you can see first-hand the sustainable programmes your £1,000 fundraising contribution supports. It is more than just a ride; it is an opportunity to experience Malawian culture and empower local communities to build a self-sufficient future. Pedal Power 2026

Our final Annual Report for AVM Is almost ready, so watch out and it will be published here within a few days.

Our first SEND Unit has just been opened! Three interconnected centres in M'bang'ombe, Malawi, will soon make a significant difference for people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This comprehensive programme provides essential support, fostering greater independence and inclusion within the community.

Many thanks to those who took part in our wonderful retreats this summer. And for those seeking rejuvenation and tranquillity in 2026, keep an eye on Summer Retreats which will soon become available, promising moments of serenity and renewal.

Catch up on all our latest news in our Latest 2025 newsletter

Would you consider supporting us with a small standing order? Please help if you can by donating above. Thank you!

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Our latest Annual Report

Annual Report 2024

Our annual report offers an in-depth overview of our recent achievements and initiatives. It includes a thorough review and looks at the impact of our core activities with a financial report.

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Sam's Village

Sam’s Village open for business!

This amazing eco earth-built village, which was fully booked with UNESCO/EU sponsored training is now open for business. Many organisations are looking for a way to have conferences in an inspiring area at a very low cost.

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Retreat to the farm

Retreat to the Farm

2025 took us to France for some wonderful retreats and an amazing wedding! More retreats already planned (and another wedding!) for 2026. Do enquire for more information.

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Pedal Power Malawi - May 2026

Dates: 29th April to 10th May, 2026

Would you like to to be part of our exciting annual bike ride through the stunning landscapes of Malawi. Happening over 10 days in May 2026, this adventure promises breath-taking views and unforgettable experiences. Don’t miss out—join us if you can! A quick look here...

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