By Rahim Abdul
A family from Ching’amba Village, Traditional Authority Onga in Chiradzulu District has every reason to smile after receiving a newly built modern house from the Limbe Muslim Jamaat (LMJ), marking another milestone in the organisation’s community empowerment initiatives.
Lewis Thomson and his wife, Shina Isaac, who had long struggled with inadequate housing, said the donation has transformed their lives, especially as they used to face serious hardships during the rainy season.
“This is more than just a house it’s a symbol of dignity and hope for our family. We are deeply grateful to LMJ for remembering people like us in rural areas,” said Thomson with visible joy.
Speaking during the handover ceremony, LMJ chairperson Ahmed Sunka said the project aligns with their mission of uplifting vulnerable households through sustainable and climate-resilient housing.
“As a faith-based organisation, we are committed to improving people’s welfare. Climate change has worsened the situation for many families whose homes are frequently damaged by floods or heavy rains. By constructing strong, modern houses, we aim to give them security and stability,” Sunka explained.
He added that LMJ plans to expand its housing programme, which aims to construct at least 20 houses each year for underprivileged families in hard-to-reach areas. The initiative, currently active in the Southern Region, will soon be rolled out to other parts of Malawi.
The organisation has also hinted at incorporating solar power and water-harvesting systems in future projects to promote environmental sustainability and reduce dependency on unsafe water sources.
Community leaders from Ching’amba Village applauded LMJ’s gesture, describing it as a model of genuine social responsibility that complements government efforts in improving rural housing standards.
The launch of the housing initiative is part of LMJ’s broader humanitarian vision, which includes education support, health outreach and disaster response activities across the country.
