Meet Jessie Zulu: An Orant Sponsored Student
Jessie Zulu, an Orant Sponsored Student, passed her Malawi National Exam in January. She's now eligible for university!
photo of fresh heads of corn by marc verch
5 Facts about Maize in Malawi
Green corn, popcorn, nsima... Maize is the major staple food crop in Malawi. 60% of the total cropped land is devoted to its production.
Staff Highlight: Tango Phiri
Tango Phiri will manage Orant's Financially Empowering Microloans for Women Program, building opportunities for the rural poor in Malawi.
Zaina Kapachika, President of BOMFA, gives a thumbs up in a field of crops
Meet Zaina: President of BOMFA
Zaina is the President of BOMFA, a farmer’s co-op in Malawi. BOMFA provides no-interest loans to farmers, as well as mentorship support.
Covid-19 Vaccines in Malawi
The Government of Malawi distributed COVID-19 vaccines to Malawian healthcare workers first. 45 people on Orant's campus received a vaccine.
Poverty Myths: Reading Heartland
Heartland by Sarah Smarsh investigates American poverty myths. These myths give insight to global misconceptions about poverty.
Undernutrition Solution: RUTF in Malawi
Orant treats undernutrition in Malawi with RUTF, Ready to Use Therapeutic Food; a combo of powdered milk, peanut butter, and micronutrients.
5 Reasons to Become a Friend of Orant
Orant is excited to announce the launch of a new program: Friends of Orant. This community of monthly givers, united in empathy and generosity, makes a sustainable impact on the people of Malawi.
Maize Distribution
Maize Distribution in Malawi
Each year, a time of hunger comes to Malawi. Orant Charities Africa fights hunger by distributing free maize at the height of the hunger season.
Reflection from Orant’s Support Team in Texas
The recent winter storms in Texas invite Orant's US support team to reflect on why they work with and for Malawian communities.