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Coordination

Facilitating collaboration among NGOs for greater impact

Advocacy

Representing the collective voice of NGOs in Malawi

Capacity Building

Strengthening NGO capabilities and effectiveness

Information Hub

Providing resources and data on Malawi's NGO sector

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About CONGOMA

35

Years of Service

About CONGOMA

Malawi's NGO Coordination Body

The Council for NGOs in Malawi (CONGOMA) is a designated independent, membership, non-partisan, non-profit making coordination body for all NGOs in Malawi. Established in 1985, CONGOMA serves as a collective voice for NGOs and facilitates coordination among them.

  • NGO coordination and networking
  • Advocacy
  • Capacity building
  • Representation
  • Fundraising and Communication
  • Information dissemination and research
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Our Programs

How We Support Malawi's NGO Sector

Self-Regulation

Promoting accountability, transparency, and ethical standards within the NGO sector.

Partnership Development

Facilitating linkages between NGOs, government, donors, and other development actors.

Information Services

Maintaining an NGO database and disseminating relevant information to members and stakeholders.

Capacity Building

Providing training, workshops, and resources to strengthen NGO organizational capacity.

Policy Advocacy

Representing NGO interests in policy dialogues with government and development partners.

Coordination & Networking

Facilitating collaboration, information sharing, and joint initiatives among NGOs in Malawi to maximize impact and reduce duplication.

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Our Leadership

Meet the people guiding CONGOMA's strategic direction

Board of Trustees

Our Trustees are elected at an annual general meeting in their capacity as individuals for a term of three years. They provide oversight and ensure CONGOMA adheres to its mission and values. They bring decades of experience in governance, non-profit management, and community development.

Governing Council

Six member NGOs are elected into the Governing Council (GC) at an annual general meeting, while three additional members are elected regional chairpersons. GC is responsible for setting strategic direction, policy development, and ensuring the organization's financial sustainability. The Governing Council is serviced by standing committees which include the Standards Committee and Finance and Administration Committee.

Secretariat

The Secretariat is constituted by a team of professional individuals. The team is responsible for the day-to-day operations of CONGOMA, implementing programs and policies set by the Governing Council, and serving our member organizations.

Board Chairperson

Simekinala Kaluzi

Programs Manager

Board Chairperson

Khumbo Nkhandwe

Finance Assistant Officer

Board Chairperson

Mphatso Jane Jezman

Communications Officer

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Our Impact in Numbers

CONGOMA's reach and influence across Malawi

2500+
Member NGOs
28
Districts Covered
35
Years of Service
50+
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