World Connect

Construction of Library at Nampeya Community Day Secondary School in Machinga District

Year: 2023

Country: Malawi

Project Status: Funded

Impact Sector: Education

Project Investment: $9,999.33

Project Launch: 9-14-23

The Development Network for Youth Empowerment (DENEYE) in partnership with Nampeya community seeks a $9,999.33 grant from World Connect to construct a library at Nampeya Community Day Secondary School. The library is expected to ease the burden the school faces such as students' poor performance in class and high rates of school dropout which often leads to increases in early marriages.. Additionally, it will promote literacy and cultivate a strong reading culture within the community. This project will transform Nampeya village and its coming generations as it holds the promise of enhancing education opportunities for all in the village.

Project Update: 11-27-23

The Construction of a 12.9m by 10m School library at Nampeya CDSS implemented by Network for Youth Development in Machinga district has progressed so well and is at a roofing stage. All community contributions were made and with just 60% of the total funding, approximately 90% of the construction materials were procured. Confidently, when completed, the project will improve performance and will reduce school drop out cases at the school which has existed for over 15 years without a library. 320 students are expected to be directly impacted once the project is completed

Final Report: 12-31-24

Students at Nampeya Community Day Secondary School are beaming with joy as their long-awaited dream of having a library becomes a reality. With support from Mudzi Connect, the Development Network for Youth Development (DENEYE), in collaboration with the local community, implemented a transformative project to create a lasting impact. The newly constructed 10m by 6m library, has enabled access to additional learning resources fostering a strong reading culture among the school’s 320 students (190 girls and 130 boys). This development has contributed to improved academic performance, as evidenced by a 7% increase in the 2024 Malawi National Examination Board (MANEB) results. The number of students passing increased from 20 in the 2022/2023 academic year to 24 in 2023/2024. Traditional Authority Mtumbwinda (aged 53 years old), expressed satisfaction with the project, stating: "The construction of the library at Nampeya CDSS is a significant milestone compared to previous community development efforts. Unlike before, students now have access to a wealth of information and can borrow books freely. The library provides a quiet study space, benefiting those who previously struggled to find suitable places to study. Overall, this project brings joy to students, teachers, and families alike. As a community chief, I am thrilled about its positive impact on our children's education."