LILONGWE ARCHDIOCESE ORIENTS ELECTION OBSERVERS FOR UPCOMING POLLS

The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP), in the Catholic Archdiocese of Lilongwe, has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that the forthcoming general election is conducted in a credible, peaceful, and highly ethical manner. The Director of Social Services for the archdiocese, Brian Odiambo, shared these sentiments on Friday, August 22, at Msamba Catholic… Continue reading LILONGWE ARCHDIOCESE ORIENTS ELECTION OBSERVERS FOR UPCOMING POLLS

Mchinji Catholics Urged to Deepen Faith, End Early Marriages

Stand firm with your faith," Bishop Mwakhwawa.

The Catholic faithful in Mchinji District have been challenged to find ways of addressing some of the driving factors behind the rising cases of early child marriages. According to some community members, the distribution of contraceptives by civil society organizations and government agencies in villages and schools is the root cause of the issue. However,… Continue reading Mchinji Catholics Urged to Deepen Faith, End Early Marriages

CADECOM applauds Cooperatives under Securing Sustainable Livelihood for 2,000 Subsistence Fishermen and Farmers at Lake Malawi Project

Acting secretary for the Catholic Development Commission in Malawi (CADECOM) under the Archdiocese of Lilongwe, Madalitso Chilalire, has expressed satisfaction with the progress of cooperatives under the Securing Sustainable Livelihood for 2,000 Subsistence Fishermen at Lake Malawi project. Chilalire shared his excitement Wednesday during a monitoring visit to the Makwasa Fish Farming Club, Namauta Irrigation… Continue reading CADECOM applauds Cooperatives under Securing Sustainable Livelihood for 2,000 Subsistence Fishermen and Farmers at Lake Malawi Project

The Catholic Archdiocese of Lilongwe Condemns Child Marriages

''Early Marriages is evil'' Bishop Mwakhwawa

The Catholic Archdiocese of Lilongwe has taken a strong stance against child marriages, a practice that the Auxiliary Bishop Vincent Mwakhwawa describing it as an “evil that destroys” the lives of young people and contributes to national poverty. Speaking recently during a sacrament of confirmation at Msukuwala zone in Guillime Parish (Mchinji), Bishop Mwakhwawa addressed… Continue reading The Catholic Archdiocese of Lilongwe Condemns Child Marriages

Dedza Linthipe 1 Multi Skills Group Applauds Teresian Sisters for Empowering Communities

Dedza Linthipe 1 Multi Skills Group has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Congregation of Teresian Sisters for their significant contribution to community development through various educational and empowerment initiatives. Speaking on Sunday after a training workshop organized by the sisters in Lilongwe, group leader, Bezayi Fredrick commended the Teresian Sisters for equipping participants with practical… Continue reading Dedza Linthipe 1 Multi Skills Group Applauds Teresian Sisters for Empowering Communities

Malawi’s Catholic Church Hosts First National Children’s Congress, A Journey of Hope and Empowerment

The Catholic Church in Malawi has held its inaugural National Children’s Congress at Don Bosco Parish in the Archdiocese of Lilongwe, signaling a renewed commitment to nurturing future leaders. Spanning four days, the historic gathering focused on empowerment, education, and spiritual growth for children from across the country. Children received guidance and teachings on a… Continue reading Malawi’s Catholic Church Hosts First National Children’s Congress, A Journey of Hope and Empowerment