• National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF), Malawi


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Nestled in the green hills of Chaoneka Village under Traditional Authority Khwethemule, Thyolo District; Namulenga Irrigation Scheme is fast becoming a symbol of transformation for smallholder farmers. The scheme was one of those that solely depended on unpredictable rainy fed farming which resulted in low yields and did not do much to end hunger in their community.

Upon hearing about National Economic Empowerment Fund Limited (NEEF) loans, Namulenga Irrigation Scheme radically transformed from their tradition way of farming to focus on Irrigation farming as a way of increasing crop yields and conducting year-round farming.

Through this initiative, Namulenga received farm input materials worth 24 million Kwacha. These include quality seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, resources that have greatly assisted the scheme to boost their farming activities.

Speaking during a recent community gathering, the schemeโ€™s secretary, Yamikani Kalua, praised the Fund. "This is one of the best initiatives our government has introduced. It is not just about farming, it is about ending hunger," he said. "Families will start producing bumper harvests enough to feed themselves and sell the surplus."

Established in 2002, Namulanga has 63 members who conduct their farming activities along Namulenga river. With continued support and proper management, Namulenga Irrigation Scheme is geared up to fight hunger and become a model for rural agricultural development across communities.
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