As the festive season unfolds, National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has made a significant impact on communities across the country, donating K120 million worth of food and non-food items to health, education, and social welfare institutions during the first half of its annual ‘12 Days of Christmas’ initiative.
The donations form part of the Bank’s broader K250 million festive season package, running from December 5 to 22. Under the programme, each of the 12 participating service centres contributes K20 million in support daily, culminating in a final K30 million package at the close of the campaign.
In Mwanza, St Martin’s Health Centre received medical equipment and supplies aimed at strengthening maternal and general health services, courtesy of the Mwanza Service Centre. Meanwhile, Wells of Joy Orphan Care in Blantyre benefited from food and livelihood-support items, including sewing machines and essential commodities, provided by Chichiri Mall Service Centre.
Education institutions have also been major beneficiaries. Schools in Chazunda and Mpemba in Blantyre, Mpapa and Dwangwa Primary in Kasungu, and Liwonde Secondary in Machinga received desks, textbooks, teaching and learning materials, and sports equipment from Top Mandala, Kasungu, and Liwonde Service Centres, respectively. The donations are designed to enhance learning environments and promote holistic education.
Learners with visual impairments at Makande Primary School in Ngabu, Chikwawa, received Perkins brailles and food items from Nchalo Service Centre, addressing both educational and nutritional needs.
NBM plc Marketing and Corporate Affairs Manager, Akossa Hiwa, emphasized that the initiative reflects the Bank’s commitment to the communities that have supported its growth.
“Every year, this initiative reminds us of the true meaning of the festive season, reaching out, sharing, and standing with those who need a helping hand,” said Hiwa. “We ensure our support responds to real needs on the ground and brings dignity and encouragement to the communities we serve.”
Learners at Liwonde Secondary School expressed gratitude, with representative Faith Pasulani noting the transformative impact of the donations. “Previously, some learners were missing classes, especially during examinations, because they had to sit on the floor. This support has restored our dignity as learners,” she said.
At Makande Primary School, Head Teacher Francis Thomas highlighted the importance of the support for visually impaired learners. “We previously had only two working braillers for 24 learners. The additional brailles and food support will greatly improve both learning and welfare,” he said.
NBM plc’s ‘12 Days of Christmas’ initiative remains a flagship corporate social responsibility programme, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to national development through targeted support in education, health, and community wellbeing.
