In Malawi, the journey to safe, sustainable water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services is being rewritten—through collaboration, government leadership, and a shift in mindsets. Today, we’re thrilled to share a new video that brings this journey to life.
The video features firsthand accounts from local government leaders, implementers, and Agenda for Change members who are working together to strengthen Malawi’s WASH systems. These voices provide an honest reflection on what it takes to move from fragmented projects to a coordinated, long-term approach that puts people and systems at the center.
What makes this story powerful isn’t just the outcomes—it’s the how:
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Alignment with government priorities, not parallel efforts
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Shared data and joint planning that enables smarter decision-making
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Sustainable finance strategies to move beyond donor dependency
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Community engagement that ensures services reflect local realities
As the world grapples with the impacts of climate change and public health risks, the need for resilient WASH systems has never been greater. Malawi shows us that progress is possible when we work in sync—across organizations, sectors, and scales.
This story is just one of many. But it holds key lessons for anyone committed to lasting WASH solutions.