We are Wandikweza
We are a community-driven health organization working in partnership with public health facilities to transform maternal and child health care delivery at scale for underserved communities in Malawi. We champion health equity by breaking the barriers of cost, distance, and awareness, delivering life-saving care directly to the doorsteps of the most underserved.
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​At Wandikweza “Health care closer to the people” is more than just a description of proximity, it is a philosophy that redefines how healthcare should be delivered. Closer means reaching people not only in terms of distance, but also in understanding. It is about showing up in homes, villages, and communities, not waiting for families to overcome impossible obstacles to seek help. It is care that meets people where they are, physically, emotionally, and socially.
We do not wait for health care to reach the underserved, we bring it to their doorstep. At Wandikweza, we go beyond the clinic walls to deliver life-saving care to the most remote and forgotten communities. We train and equip Community Health Workers and Nurses on Bikes, empower women, support families, and build trust where systems have failed.
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We do not just deliver healthcare , we bring it to the doorstep of those who would otherwise go without.​ From maternal care to childhood immunizations, nutrition to mental health, our approach is proactive, personal, and rooted in dignity. Because we believe that no one should be left behind, not by distance, not by poverty, not by circumstance.
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Health is not a privilege. It is a right. And we are here to make it a reality, one doorstep at a time.
What makes us unique
​We transform maternal and child health care delivery through Proactive Doorstep Care (PDC), combining modern health care practices with indigenous knowledge. We integrate Community Health Workers, Mobile Clinics, Nurses on Bikes, and health facility support, to deliver lifesaving care to underserved communities while fostering sustainability, local empowerment and strategic partnerships.
Our Impact
85%
children assessed with a symptom of malaria, diarrhea or pneumonia, within 24 hours of symptom onset
60%
of pregnancies registered for antenatal care in the first trimester
95%
of women receive postnatal care within 24 hours of delivery
90%
of deliveries happen at a health facility
Communities First
Communities First is more than a guiding principle, it is our way of working.
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We believe that lasting change begins where people live, not in distant boardrooms or central hospitals. That is why our Proactive Doorstep Care (PDC) model is rooted in the belief that every person, in every village, deserves access to quality healthcare, dignity, and hope. From equipping Community Health Workers to delivering care by bike, we prioritize the most underserved, not as passive beneficiaries, but as active participants in their own health journey.
Here is how we overcome access barriers
Our Impact Partners
At Wandikweza, we believe that lasting change happens through collaboration. Our Impact Partners are not just funders or supporters, they are co-creators of a shared vision: A Malawi where all mothers, children, and families thrive.
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From funding maternal and child health programs to strengthening our community health systems and expanding nutrition interventions, our partners play a critical role in helping us reach the last mile. Together, we build scalable solutions, pilot innovations, respond to emergencies, and drive real, measurable outcomes.
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We are proud to walk alongside:
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Community-rooted allies who understand the value of local leadership.
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Bold funders and foundations who believe in proximity, trust, and equity.
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Policy influencers and technical collaborators who help us scale and sustain our work.
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To our partners, thank you. Your trust powers every visit, every referral, every life saved. Together, we are transforming how health care is delivered, and who it reaches.
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Thanks to their trust and support, we are able to:
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Expand our Proactive Doorstep Care model into new districts
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Train and equip more Community Health Workers and Nurses on Bikes
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Support maternal, newborn, and child health services
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Provide essential nutrition, WASH, and mental health interventions
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Respond to emergencies and respond quickly to health system gaps.
