Reproductive Health Malawi Project #71897

Shine a light on health:TB and HIV/AIDS Support

Project Report | Mar 24, 2026
Progress Report

By Noel Banda | Project Leader

‎Chinseu CBO is proud to share the impact of our Shine a Light on Health project, empowering communities to combat TB and HIV/AIDS. ‎ We've provided critical support, raised awareness, and empowered individuals to take charge of their health.

‎Accomplishments

‎1. Medical Support: Provided medication and treatment support to 200 TB patients and 500 HIV/AIDS patients.

‎2. Awareness Campaigns: Conducted 20 community outreach events, reaching over 5,000 people.

‎3. Counseling Services: Offered psychosocial support to 300 individuals and families.

‎4. Economic Empowerment: Trained 50 people in vocational skills, enhancing livelihoods.

‎Impact

‎- Reduced Stigma: 80% decrease in self-reported stigma among beneficiaries.

‎- Improved Health Outcomes: 90% of TB patients successfully completed treatment.

‎- Community Engagement: 500+ volunteers mobilized for awareness c

ampaigns.

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‎Our Goals

‎- Provide medical support and resources

‎- Raise awareness and reduce stigma

‎- Support vulnerable families and individuals

‎Future Plans

‎- Scale up support services

‎- Expand community outreach

‎‎Call to Action

‎Your support fuels our mission. Donate today and help shine a light on health!

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Dec 6, 2025
Progress and Challenges in TB, HIV, and AIDS

By Noel Banda | Project Leader

‎As part of our ongoing efforts to promote health awareness, we're shining a light on the current state of TB, HIV, and AIDS. Despite progress, these diseases still pose significant challenges globally, including in Malawi.

‎Meet Esther, a TB Survivor from Merinia

‎Esther, a 35-year-old mother of two from Merinia, was diagnosed with TB in 2022. Despite initial fears and stigma, she sought treatment at her local health center and began her journey to recovery.

‎"At first, I was scared and didn't know what to do," Esther shared. "But with the support of my family and healthcare providers, I was able to complete my treatment and regain my health."

‎Esther's story highlights the importance of early detection, treatment, and support in overcoming TB. She's now an advocate for TB awareness in her community, helping others understand the disease and seek help when needed.

‎"We can beat TB together," Esther says. "Don't be afraid to get tested and seek treatment if you're diagnosed."

Tuberculosis (TB) Statistics:

‎‎- Estimated TB incidence: 119 per 100,000 population (2023)

‎- TB treatment success rate: 90% (2022)

‎- Reported percent of people with TB and HIV: 47% (2023)

‎HIV Statistics:

‎- Adult HIV prevalence: 6.2% (2024)

‎- People living with HIV: approximately 990,000 (2024)

‎- New HIV infections: 16,000 (2023)

‎- AIDS-related deaths: 12,000 (2023)

‎AIDS Statistics:

‎‎- Malawi is close to reaching the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets, with 95% of people living with HIV knowing their status, 95% receiving treatment, and 95% having suppressed viral loads.

‎- AIDS is the leading cause of death in Malawi (2019 data)

‎Treatment and Prevention:

‎- 930,000 people are receiving antiretroviral treatment (ART).

‎- Malawi is scaling up active index testing and assisted HIV self-testing.

‎- Prevention efforts focus on condom provision, PrEP, voluntary medical male circumcision, and prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV

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