This Youth Innovation Could Save the Lake — And Boost Incomes. Malawi’s beautiful lake is under threat — and if we’re not careful, we could lose one of our biggest tourist attractions to pollution. But Rodrick Katete has a game-changing idea.

Summit Momentum Grows: New Powerhouse Partners Join the Youth Movement! The 2025 National Youth Summit continues to gain serious ground — and this week, we’re thrilled to welcome two major players to the table: 🔹 National Planning Commission of Malawi 🔹 UNFPA Malawi

14 Days to Go Until the 2025 National Youth Summit One of the key highlights of this year’s summit is the Opportunity Fair — a space where selected youth participants will connect with institutions offering real, practical opportunities.

14 Days to Go Until the 2025 National Youth Summit One of the key highlights of this year’s summit is the Opportunity Fair — a space where selected youth participants will connect with institutions offering real, practical opportunities.

12 Days to Go! We’re honoured to announce Wangie Joanna Kambuzi as the Youth Spotlight Speaker for the Opening Session of the 2025 National Youth Summit — an event that will be graced by the presence of H.E. Dr. Lazarus Chakwera, President of the Republic of Malawi.

We’re excited to announce Theresa Phondo as one of the headline performers at this year’s Summit! She’ll be gracing the stage with an electrifying performance of the soon‑to‑be‑released Summit theme song — alongside another talented female artist. Any guesses on who?

11 Days to go! We’re excited to have Hon. Sharonice Busch— a passionate youth leader and politician — all the way from Namibia, joining us for a very special masterclass at the 2025 Malawi National Youth Summit!

10 Days to go! We’re honoured to have Hon. Dr. Vera Kamtukule — Malawi’s Minister of Tourism — joining the High‑Level Ministerial Panel at the 2025 National Youth Summit!

8 Days to Go! At the 2025 National Youth Summit, Aisha Mkata Magula will join the High‑Level Ministerial Panel on Youth Engagement and Empowerment in Agriculture, Tourism, Mining, and Manufacturing.

7 Days to Go! Meet Sibongire Mvula, at the 2025 National Youth Summit, Sibongire will moderate the session “Youth Engagement and Empowerment in Tourism – Current Strategies and Their Effectiveness”. Together with other passionate young professionals and stakeholders.

Participate at the 2025 National Youth Summit from Anywhere! We recognize the anticipation surrounding the release of the Summit Applicant Shortlist and sincerely thank everyone for their patience and understanding.

5 Days to Go! We’re excited to announce that Rebecca Addah-Dontoh, United Nations Resident Coordinator in Malawi, will be making a statement during the Official Opening Ceremony of the 2025 National Youth Summit!

Three days to go until the 2025 National Youth Summit, and we are pleased to spotlight one of our Masterclass mentors,Ian Khonje, who will lead a session titled “Being Extraordinary in a Crowded World.”

During the official opening of the 2025 National Youth Summit, Wangiwe Joana Kambuzi delivered a powerful reminder: before we can harness anything, we must first believe in the power we already hold. Are you aware of the power within ?

At the 2025 National Youth Summit, Shekinah Galuwapananji, one of the youngest speakers, spoke for her fellow adolescents. She encouraged young people to: * Believe in their potential; * Focus on building skills; * And work on changing how people see Malawi.

We are pleased to announce the official commencement of the funds disbursement for the Youth Innovation Fund (YIF), following the successful completion of regional capacity-building trainings for grantees. The 2 week exercise begins today in Mchinji.

Youth Driving Malawi’s Agribusiness Future at the 2025 Agricultural Trade Fair The National Youth Council of Malawi is pleased to support young people who are showcasing their agribusiness products and innovations at the 21st National Agriculture Fair.

In the #SouthernRegion, the #YouthInnovationFund (YIF), , concluded its cheque disbursement exercise with the awarding of grants to enterprises in #Neno and #Chikwawa—bringing the regional total to over K300 million supporting more than 25 youth-led initiatives.

Watch NYCOM’s Executive Director Rex Chapota as he highlights the potential of strategic partnerships in driving youth innovation.

YOUTH INNOVATION FUND MILESTONES