Malawi
Country Info
CARE established operations in Malawi in 1998. Malawi is one of the most densely populated countries in Africa, with a population of almost 16 million people, half of whom are below the age of 15. CARE’s programs include food security, agriculture, health, education, and social and economic empowerment, especially for women.
Latest News from Malawi
CARE's Pathways Program Empowers Women in Malawi
Watch as Anastazia Saka and Vicknes Chimbonga, two Village Savings and Loan participants in Malawi, share their stories about how the savings group is changing their lives.
The Plight of Malawi Flood Victims
The worst flooding in 30 years has destroyed homes, crops and livelihoods in Malawi. Read Aida Marko's story.
The work we do in Malawi
Sustainable Economies
We’ve worked with governments and communities to ensure sustainable food security for the world’s...
Child Poverty
Half of all children live in poverty, spending their formative years struggling to survive.
Market Access
More inclusive markets and access can help poor people improve their lives.
Microfinancing
There’s a “savings revolution” taking place in many developing countries.
Youth Empowerment
Addressing the needs of the 1.8 billion young people in the world is critical to ending poverty.
Girls' Education
The majority of the 57 million children out of school are girls — their future is at risk.
Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
Family planning is a proven strategy in reducing maternal mortality.
HIV & AIDS
Poverty is both a cause and consequence of HIV and AIDS.
Child Survival
This year, more than 7 million children will die before their 5th birthday.
Poverty & Social Justice
Everyone in the world has the right to a life free from poverty, violence and discrimination.
Maternal Health
Hundreds of thousands of women die in pregnancy and childbirth, mostly from preventable causes.
Agriculture
By failing to close the gender gap in agriculture, the world is paying dearly.
Climate Change
Climate change threatens the very survival of people living in poverty all over the world.
Nutrition
Malnutrition affects 200 million children and the consequences can last a lifetime.
Child Marriage
Child marriage is a gross human rights violation that puts young girls at great risk.
Gender-Based Violence
Gender-based violence is one of the most pervasive and yet least-recognized human rights abuses.
Why Women & Girls?
Why does CARE fight global poverty by focusing on women and girls? Because we have to.