When the sun sits high in the Lilongwe sky, as our elders say, “even the lizards seek the shade,” but not the student-athletes of MATCH Foundation. The red clay courts became a battlefield on March 29, 2025 where 72 warriors…
On March 22, 2025, our students-athlete’s arrived at Lilongwe Girls Secondary School with hearts pounding and minds racing. Five exceptional students who qualified during the MATCH Foundation’s spelling bee Settie Chizimba, Naomi Major, Christina Ben, Jenifer Mwaya, and Wisdom Banda…
Driven by the weight of isolation and a desire for connection, our dedicated team journeyed to Dowa on March 20, 2025, where they encountered the transformative work of the Fountain of Hope organization at the Dzaleka refugee settlement. They were…
In the grand theatre of national planning, a single voice can change everything. On February 7th, 2025, at Lilongwe’s Bingu International Convention Centre, MATCH Foundation’s Executive Director, Tadala Ngosi became that voice—an inspiration of youth potential reshaping Malawi’s economic destiny.…
In the silent classrooms of Lilongwe, a hidden struggle was unfolding. Young people were wrestling with anxiety, depression, and emotional distress, often feeling isolated and unsupported. Recognizing this critical need, our team launched Achinyamata Ojaka (wise youth)—a groundbreaking project designed…
In a significant milestone for youth participation in the national budget statement, our Executive Director, Tadala Kandulu Ngosi, participated in the Ministerial Pre-Budget Consultations for the 2025/2026 National Budget at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC). This invitation represents a…
On February 4th, 2025, Tadala abc Primary School became the centerpiece with the launch of the Lilongwe District Council’s tree planting season. With the theme “Restore Forests and Land to Secure Food Production,” the school committed to planting 1,000 trees…
February 3rd, 2025, marked a pivotal day for our organization, as the Segal Family Foundation’s visit transcended a typical site inspection. It became a powerful testament to our partenership built on trust and aligned vision and collaborative strength. This wasn’t…
Settie Chizimba, MATCH Foundation’s Wizkid In the heart of the Mtsiliza community, where tennis was a rare sport compared to the other familiar sports, a young boy named Settie Chizimba discovered his unlikely passion. While his peers gravitated toward more…
The long holiday break was a distant memory, and the echoes of the 2024 festival had barely faded when students eagerly returned to Tadala abc Primary School and Bingu National Stadium. The air buzzing with excitement as they launched into…
2024 has been an extraordinary journey for our team at MATCH Foundation. The year blossomed into a year of learning, remarkable growth, meaningful connections, and inspiring collaborations. This year, we have not just met our goals; we have exceeded them…
Hastings with MATCH Team and school staff exploring the new school garden for the agricuture project. In a nation where agriculture forms the backbone of economic survival, a transformative vision emerged through an inspiring collaboration. Our executive director invited Hastings…
The wise person learns from every person, the wiser one learns from every thing, and the wisest person learns from every mistake.” This ancient proverb perfectly captures the spirit of continuous learning, a principle that Anderson Ndala and Ramesh Banda,…
Our team had the privilege of visiting William Kamkwamba’s organization, living evidence to the power of human ingenuity. Just as Kamkwamba harnessed the wind to illuminate his community, we were inspired by the organization’s dedication to empowering young minds through…
On November 14, 2024, Edward Luwanja led Team Zambezi to victory at the World Bank Youth Debate Challenge, demonstrating the exceptional intellectual capabilities of African youth. The international competition focused on the critical question: “Should governments focus on quality of…
The 2024 National Youth Summit, a gathering of over 500 passionate young minds, embodied the saying, “the future belongs to those who prepare for it today.” This inspiring event ignited a fire within the nation’s youth, motivating them to dream…
Award for Youth Impact and Leadership: Our Executive Director, Tadala Kandulu Ngosi, was awarded as the Most Outstanding Youth Leader in Sports-Category under the Youth Impact and Leadership Awards. This recognition reinforces our determination to use sports and education as…
As the saying goes, ‘an empty belly cannot learn.’ In our opening year at Tadala abc Primary School, we witnessed firsthand the stark reality of students arriving at school without breakfast, their faces bearing the unmistakable signs of hunger. This…
In a move to strengthen the organizational capacity, MATCH Foundation through the Non-Profit Builder Africa (NPB Africa), a renowned organization specializing in organizational development assistance have participated in a series of online training workshops. The partnership, supported by the Segal…
On September 20, 2024, Tadala abc Primary School marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its first anniversary. The school community, along with distinguished guests, gathered to commemorate the remarkable progress made in the past year. The event showcased the…
Long at last, the students at Tadala abc Primary School will be among thousands of students that eat a nutritious porridge to start their school days with a full stomach. On August 19, 2024, Mary’s Meals approved our school proposal…
Malawian football star Tabitha Chawinga surprised students and athletes at Tadala abc Primary School and Bingu National Stadium on a sunny July afternoon. Her unexpected presence transformed an ordinary day into an unforgettable experience. Chawinga captivated her young audience with…