A predominately rural country with a population estimated at 16 million and an economy dominated by agriculture, Malawi is placed at 170 out of 188 countries by the 2016 UN HDI. The poverty headcount is at 66.7% and in rural areas where the majority of the population is situated, particularly Southern Malawi, this figure rises to 68.4%.
Integrated & Sustainable Community Empowerment In Malawi
Emergency & Disaster Risk Reduction Sector
INTRODUCTION
A predominately rural country with a population estimated at 16 million and an economy dominated by agriculture, Malawi is placed at 170 out of 188 countries by the 2016 UN HDI. The poverty headcount is at 66.7% and in rural areas where the majority of the population is situated, particularly Southern Malawi, this figure rises to 68.4%.
OBJECTIVE
To support farmers in drought prone areas with sustainable irrigation systems, far inputs, skills and knowledge on alternative agricultural methods, environmental protection aimed at building resilience to erratic climate conditions and food insecurity.
BENEFICIARIES
2, 750
LOCATION
T/A Amidu, Balaka District, Malawi
