Malawian National Youth In Politics
Shaping the Future Today
Get to Know Us
We empower young Malawians to assume future roles in political leadership
Location
ARET House, near Opposite Kentam Building, Mchengautuba, Mzuzu.
A Few Words
About Us
The Malawian National Youth in Politics (MNYIP) is a non-governmental organization founded in 2020. Its primary mission is to empower young people in Malawi by providing them with the necessary skills and support to participate actively in political leadership. The organization focuses on training programs, advocacy workshops and providing support for young political candidates. MNYIP aims to address the underrepresentation of youth and women in politics, thereby fostering a more inclusive political environment in Malawi.
Our Mission
To empower Malawian youth through innovative digital education, active political participation, and civic advocacy, enabling them to shape transformative and representative governance.
Our Vision
To become Malawi’s leading digital platform dedicated to nurturing informed, engaged, and empowered young political leaders, driving inclusive governance and sustained political change.
Our Objectives
Promote political awareness and education among the youth of Malawi
Facilitate youth involvement in political processes and leadership roles.
Provide training and development programs to enhance the political skills of young people.
Advocate for youth representation in political and governance structures.
Create platforms for dialogue and collaboration between young people and political leaders.
Our Thematic Areas
Youth Leadership Development
Fostering the skills and knowledge necessary for young people to become effective leaders
Environmental Governance
Promoting sustainable practices and policies for environmental protection.
Policy Development and Advocacy
Engaging youth in policy formulation and advocacy efforts.
Democratic Governance
Promoting democratic values and practices among the youth
Civic Education and Engagement
Educating youth on civic responsibilities and encouraging active community participation.
Meet Our Team
Raymundo Chifundo Magangani
Executive Director
raymundo@malawianationalyouth.org
Isaac Kayira
Director of Finance
ikayira@malawianationalyouth.org
Yilinase Chawinga
Director of Programs
ychawinga@malawianationalyouth.org
Our Projects
1. Empowering Mzuzu Youth in Political Leadership
Status: (June 2024 – November 2024)
Description:
The Empowering Mzuzu Youth in Political Leadership Project is an initiative of the Malawian National Youth in Politics. It aims to strengthen youth participation in Malawi’s democratic processes by equipping aspiring young leaders in Mzuzu City with essential skills in political leadership, including campaign strategy, policy development, media engagement, and democratic governance.
Through workshops, mentorship, and interaction with experienced political leaders and electoral officials, 25 young women and men will be supported toward contesting the 2025 general elections.
Kofu Annan Foundation, Women and Youth in Democracy, European Partnership for Democracy, The Oslo Centre and Youth Democracy Cohort
- 25 youth leaders trained
- Over 1,000 community members reached via virtual sessions and outreach
- Increased awareness and readiness among youth hopefuls for 2025 elections
Get Involved
Interested in supporting or learning more about this initiative? Contact us at info@malawiannationalyouth.org
Contact Us2. Ndale M'manja WhatsApp Chatbot
Status: Ongoing (August 2024 – Present)
Description:
The Ndale M’manja WhatsApp Chatbot is an innovative digital project by the Malawian National Youth in Politics. It is designed to empower young Malawians with practical knowledge on how to enter politics, run effective campaigns, mobilize resources, and engage in democratic leadership. Delivered through Telegram — the most widely used messaging platform in Malawi — the chatbot will provide interactive, youth-friendly education that makes political participation more accessible.
This project responds to the low participation of young people as political candidates. In the 2014 elections, only 2.8% of candidates were under 35, while in 2019 the figure was just 4.2%. Our long-term goal is to increase youth representation to 15% by 2030. By equipping young people with the right tools and knowledge, the chatbot will reduce barriers and open new pathways for youth leadership in Malawi.
This initiative is implemented under the Digital Democracy program of CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation, under Digital Action Lab.
- A digital platform providing political education to thousands of young Malawians
- Increased access to campaign strategies, fundraising techniques, and leadership resources
- Contribution toward raising youth participation in elections to 15% by 2030
Get Involved
Interested in supporting this digital innovation for democracy? Contact us at info@malawiannationalyouth.org
Contact Us3. Political Learning Hub (Google Site)
Status: Active
The Political Learning Hub is an interactive Google Site where young people can explore self-paced modules on politics, governance, and leadership. It features quizzes to test knowledge and inspiring impact stories from youth who are engaged in politics across Malawi.
Visit the Learning Hub https://sites.google.com/view/mnyp/home
4. Dolo Amavota mesa?
Status: Active
We are excited to launch our digital campaign, “Dolo Amavota mesa?,” which translate to “a wise peson votes.” Our goal is to encourage young people to register and vote for their fellow youth.
With over 2.2 million registered voters for 2025 tripatite election in Malawi and 1 million are already online, we recognize the internet’s immense power in mobilizing young people. Through this campaign, we aim to harness that power and inspire a new generaton of leaders.
Join us in spreading the word and empowering young people to make their voices heard!
OUR IMPACT
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Become a Member
One can become a member by applying through the link. Our team will assess your application, invite you to an onboarding session, have you sign an agreement form, and then officially welcome you as a member of MNYIP, where you will be called an MNYIPedian
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