Building and Community Development

Program Description

One of the biggest problems in many countries in Africa is poor infrastructure. Our programme brings volunteers to help alleviate this issue by building schools like the Mkunhku school as well as roofing and repairing homes. Over the last two years, we have distributed supplies and food relief during famines. While you need no real qualifications baring dedication and a willingness to get dirty, we do welcome those with backgrounds or experiences in some field of construction. Otherwise we have local LSU staff and labourers to guide you.

While these projects are ongoing, we really appreciate the effort and impact made by volunteers.

You may participate in projects as short as one week all the way up to a month. Each of the current projects vary and so please inquire to see what is available. We look forward to hearing from you today!

Highlights

Helping to maintain Tilinanu Orphanage
Providing labour, help and guidance to individuals in the community who need help
Mending roofs with tin or straw before the rainy season
Rebuilding houses that are in poor condition
Building homes for the homeless
Helping to build a school or community centre

Qualifications

Building or Construction Experience

Volunteer Types

What`s Included

• Meet and greet at airport
• 24/7 in-country support team and representatives
• Airport transfers
• Local SIM card on arrival
• Country Induction Course (1 day & night, includes free accommodation), this covers Malawian language lessons, cultural differences, currency and customs
• Accommodation provided whilst working on projects
• Transport from Induction Course to Projects
• Food for all meals whilst working on projects
• Management of incidents and emergencies including: lost passport or illness whilst in-country
• Optional 1 week safari and Kilimanjaro climb (at extra cost)
• Help and advice on any extra itineraries. Our staff are well travelled so if you plan to move around