A Survivor’s Tale

  • Post category:Healthcare
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Cervical cancer remains one of the deadliest diseases in Malawi today, with most cases originating from rural villages. Ignorance and late diagnosis are leading factors contributing to the high mortality rate. However, with adequate knowledge and early detection, cervical cancer can be fought. In today's blog article, we share Margret Chimpanda's inspiring story of victory over cervical cancer. Click the link below to read Margret's story.

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Introducing Our New Energy and Environment Program

Yesterday, we had a Facebook Livestream to introduce our new Energy and Environment Program, and we were excited to see the interest from our viewers. If you missed the livestream, don't worry; we are happy to share more about this innovative program in today's blog article. Follow the link below to learn more about the program.

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What does Orant mean?

  • Post category:Opinion
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Have you ever wondered what Orant means? It’s not just a funny word - it has a deeper meaning that we’re telling you about this week in the blog. Read more about it here and learn where we got our name and why we are grateful for you, our readers, donors, and supporters, this week and always.

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The Culture of Malawi: The Importance of Maize

The Culture of Malawi: The Importance of Maize

  • Post category:Malawi Stories
  • Reading time:8 mins read

Malawi, a country renowned for its beauty and rich diversity, is home to vibrant cultures and traditions. Amidst this tapestry of differences, one beloved staple unites its people, evoking cherished childhood memories - Nsima. Made from Cassava, Millet and most commonly Maize, Nsima is more than just a meal. It is a cultural cornerstone.

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Water Well Maintenance

Water Well Maintenance

At the heart of Orant’s programs and initiatives is sustainability, which is also one of our values. We believe in not only implementing programs or initiatives but also in creating long-lasting change that will continue to serve our community. In today's blog article, we talk about why we perform maintenance on water wells and how it contributes to the sustainability of our Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program.

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The Village Chief's Vital Role

The Village Chief’s Vital Role

  • Post category:Opinion
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Ever wondered why we always mention village chiefs and their involvement in Orant’s work? If yes, then today’s blog article is for you! In this article, we talk to Village Head of Kasese Village in Dowa, who tells us about her duties and why her involvement with Orant is important. Read today's blog article to learn more.

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Read more about the article Evolution of Orant’s FEM Program
Evolution of Orant’s FEM Program

Evolution of Orant’s FEM Program

At Orant, we are committed to supporting local entrepreneurs, especially women. This is what spurred us to start our Financial Empowering Microloans (FEM) program in 2017. However, we came to realize that our program participants needed more comprehensive support to achieve sustainable growth. This is why we are excited to announce the evolution of our FEM program into what we now call Business Development Program!. Read our latest blog to learn more about this evolution.

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