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Save the Children Launches K18 Billion TIKUMA Project to Advance Children’s Rights in Mchinji and Balaka

By Suleman Chitera

Mchinji, Malawi – Save the Children has officially launched the Tilimbikitse ndi Kuteteza Ma Ufulu a Ana (TIKUMA) project, an initiative worth approximately 18 billion Kwacha, aimed at enhancing child protection and education across Malawi. The project, funded by the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD), will benefit 65 schools in Mchinji District and 47 schools in Balaka District. The goal is to ensure that by 2028, all children in these areas enjoy their right to education and are safeguarded through robust community and government systems..

During the launch event, Save the Children’s Director of Programs, Operations, Partnerships, and Award Management, Chakufwa Munthali, highlighted the project’s focus on localizing its efforts. “We are committed to shifting the power to children and youth by working through local organizations to make the project sustainable,” Munthali said. This localized approach seeks to empower children and youths to advocate for their rights and foster a supportive community environment.

Norwegian Ambassador Ingrid Mikelsen, representing the project’s funders, reiterated Norway’s commitment to improving child protection systems and educational opportunities across Malawi. “Supporting initiatives like TIKUMA is a step towards creating a safe and nurturing environment for every child in Malawi,” Mikelsen remarked.

Nertha Mgala, the Ministry of Gender’s Principal Secretary and guest of honor at the event, praised Save the Children’s efforts, emphasizing the link between child protection and educational success. “A child who is not protected cannot focus on their education or achieve their goals. This project will make a tremendous difference,” Mgala noted.

Through TIKUMA, Save the Children and its partners aim to build stronger systems at both the community and governmental levels to support children’s rights. By fostering safe educational spaces and strengthening child protection, the project aims to create a lasting impact on the lives of Malawian children.

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