Ipyana Model School has been mentioned on our blogs before, particularly in regards to our penpal project and tree planting exercises. This time we wanted to go into a little more detail about the school, the excellent work they are doing, as well as the challenges they face. Founded in 1978, Ipyana model school was… Continue reading Ipyana Model School
Tree planting has always been an important part of TWESA's environmental mission and we are proud to say that we have planted more than 5000 trees in the past few years!! Recent weeks have been no different, with a hardworking team of TWESA members and volunteers gathering together for various tree planting activities around Karonga.… Continue reading TWESA tree planting projects
One of the recent projects that Twesa has introduced as a community service is offering counselling services at Karonga Prison. The idea for this initiative was brought forward by Stella, an international volunteer and trained councillor from Zimbabwe, who felt that those nearing release from the local prison would benefit from some support. She has… Continue reading Counselling sessions at Karonga prison
Last week TWESA Director Jimmy went to Karonga's community radio station Tuntufye FM to give an interview on the Wednesday daytime show regarding local environmental issues. This includes our work on climate change awareness, the cook-stove project, tree planting and other sustainable projects that TWESA are implementing. We're very happy to provide a recording of… Continue reading TWESA Tuntufye Radio Interview
Today TWESA members Jimmy and Eric, along with international volunteers Ed & Tara, visited Ipyana school who have been taking part in TWEASA's pen-pal scheme. The purpose of the visit was to present the pupils with stationary and other essential items which were kindly donated by their friends at the Daltonschool, Daalhuizen (in the Netherlands).… Continue reading TWESA PEN-PAL PROJECT
TWESA in Community Development 