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Maggie Nundwe
Executive Director
Maggie Nundwe has over 15 years of experience in education and community development across Malawi. Email:maggienundwe1@gmail.com Whatsapp/Call +265 998 019 244
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About Us
Who We Are & Why We Exist
El Chay Foundation is a registered non-governmental organisation based in Mzuzu, Malawi — dedicated to advancing learning, creating knowledge, and fostering innovation for the positive transformation of our nation and the wider world.
Our Story
A Foundation Built on Purpose & Passion
El Chay Foundation was established in Mzuzu, Malawi, with a clear and urgent purpose: to bridge the gap between potential and opportunity for individuals and communities across the Northern Region and beyond.
Founded by a group of passionate educators, community leaders, and development practitioners, the Foundation began its work by identifying the most pressing barriers to learning and economic participation — limited access to quality education, lack of vocational skills, and inadequate community infrastructure.
Over the years, El Chay Foundation has grown from a small community initiative into a recognised non-governmental organisation, running multiple programs that directly impact the lives of over 1,000 beneficiaries. Our work spans education, skills development, agriculture, construction, and community empowerment.
Registered and operating under Malawian law, the Foundation maintains full transparency in its operations and funding, ensuring that every contribution reaches those who need it most.
Founded
2010
Headquarters
Mzuzu, Malawi
Registration
Registered NGO
Focus Area
Northern Region
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10+
Years of Impact
Mission, Vision & Values
What Drives Everything We Do
Our mission and values are not just words — they are the compass that guides every program, partnership, and decision we make.
Our Mission
To advance learning, create knowledge and foster innovativeness for positive transformation of our nation and the wider world.
Our Vision
A Malawi where every individual — regardless of background — has access to quality education, marketable skills, and opportunities to reach their full potential.
Our Core Values
Compassion
We lead with empathy, placing the dignity and well-being of every beneficiary at the heart of all we do.
Our Journey
Milestones That Define Us
From a small community initiative to a recognised NGO — every milestone reflects the dedication of our team and the trust of our communities.
- 2010
Foundation Established
El Chay Foundation was officially registered as a non-governmental organisation in Mzuzu, Malawi, with a founding team of educators and community leaders.
- 2012
First Education Program Launched
Launched our inaugural after-school tutoring and literacy program, reaching 80 primary school learners in the Mzuzu urban area.
- 2014
Vocational Skills Training Begins
Introduced vocational training in tailoring and carpentry, equipping 45 young people with marketable skills and supporting them to start small businesses.
