Where we Work
MALAWI
Malawi is one of the poorest, least developed countries in the world. According to the World Bank, just over half of Malawians live below the national poverty line, and one fifth live in extreme poverty. Poverty in Malawi is predominantly rural, with nearly 95% of poor households living in rural areas.
The majority of Malawi’s population are dependent on rain-fed agriculture for their survival, a precarious livelihood given decreasing access to land, and increasing vulnerability to climate change including regular cycles of drought and floods. Formal financial inclusion is low, with 67% of Malawian adults (70% women) unbanked. Financial inclusion is lowest amongst rural populations, especially smallholder farmers, women and youth.