“We want people living with Non-Communicable Diseases to live healthy and full lives,” said Dr. Martha. Kamwiyo, Acting Country Director for ADRA Malawi. These heartfelt words set the tone on Thursday, 25th July 2025, as ADRA Malawi officially rolled out its support initiative at Kabudula Community Hospital under the Panorama Global T1D Community Fund.
The day marked a significant milestone in the fight against Type 1 Diabetes and other NCDs in rural Malawi. With the generous backing of Panorama Global, ADRA Malawi delivered life-saving tools that will enable patients to manage their health more effectively from home. These tools include insulin syringes, insulin, glucometers, glucostics, and sphygmomanometers equipped with both adult and child cuffs.
But the support didn’t stop at donations. Each patient receiving the items will first go through comprehensive training on how to manage their condition and use the tools properly. The approach emphasizes long-term health and self-reliance ensuring that beneficiaries are not only equipped but also empowered.
“This is more than a donation, it’s empowerment,” Dr. Kamwiyo explained. “We believe in a future where no one is left behind because of where they live or the condition they were born with. With this initiative, we are building that future today.”
The impact was deeply felt by the local healthcare team. Dr. Debora Katete, Senior Medical Officer and Officer in Charge at Kabudula Community Hospital, shared her appreciation for the partnership. “We are working closely with ADRA Malawi, and their support is a lifeline for people with Type 1 Diabetes, especially those born with the condition,” she said. “During clinic days, they come to encourage patients and provide assistance. The items they have brought today will go a long way in helping us manage diabetes more effectively and improve the lives of our patients.”
For many of the patients some of whom walk great distances to access medical care, this support brings a renewed sense of hope and stability. Being able to monitor their condition from home means fewer complications, reduced hospital visits, and better overall quality of life.
The atmosphere on the day was filled with hope, unity, and a sense of shared purpose. It was a reminder that with compassion, collaboration, and action, real change is possible.
This effort is a testament to ADRA Malawi’s mission to serve humanity so all may live as God intended with health, dignity, and hope. And at Kabudula, that mission is taking root one empowered life at a time.
