Explore Lilongwe, Malawi

Lilongwe, the capital city of Malawi, is a vibrant and welcoming place, home to more than 1.2 million people. Malawi—a country of 20 million—is among the world’s poorest nations, yet its people are incredibly resilient, hopeful and capable. The stability of the government and the warmth of the population create an ideal environment for ministry.

Spiritually, however, there is significant confusion surrounding the gospel. Many in Malawi navigate a blend of influences, including syncretism, the prosperity gospel, traditional African religions and a growing Islamic presence. The need is urgent for authentic Christ followers to serve as catalysts for true spiritual transformation. This is the heart of our ministry.

Our primary focus in Malawi is making disciples—one person at a time—and equipping Malawians to transform their families, churches and communities through the love of Christ. Explore participants will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of ministries, receive mentoring, grow in their passions and gifts and invest in Malawian youth through healthy disciple-making relationships.

Our heartbeat is to walk alongside others, helping them know and follow Jesus every day. We invite you to join us in Malawi and be part of a growing movement bringing gospel-centered transformation—one life at a time. As you serve and devote yourself to Christ, you’ll make a difference and be transformed in the process.

Meet Our Missionaries

Our team includes four ReachGlobal staff members and one South African partner. We are blessed by a large and growing group of national (Malawian) leaders who form the core of our ministry. Our goal is empowerment. We work intentionally to ensure every ministry is led by Malawians, while our role as missionaries is to support, encourage and mentor them to lead with passion, confidence and grace—so that God’s work continues to grow and bring real change.

How You’ll Serve

Ministry in Malawi is highly relational, with many opportunities for involvement. At its core, our work is about building healthy relationships to make disciples who make disciples.

Ministry opportunities may include:

• Teaching English through early childhood development
• Teaching children at Wellspring Christian Academy, our preschool
• Leading children’s ministry through regular community outreach
• Providing educational support for elementary and high school students
• Leading Bible studies as part of our vocational training ministries
• Teaching skills-based classes such as mechanics, sewing, building and welding
• Evangelism, alongside national team members
• Community development with the elderly and other marginalized groups
• Sports ministry
• Speaking in local churches, in both urban and rural contexts
• Leading or participating in worship at our biweekly gatherings
• Prayer ministry in local homes and at worship gatherings
• Serving refugees at Dzaleka Refugee Camp near Lilongwe
• Women’s empowerment through Tabitha Centers and team collaboration
• Supporting entrepreneurship and mentoring young people in business startup

What You’ll Learn

Explore participants will grow deeper in their relationship with Christ and gain practical experience in disciple making, mentoring and equipping others. They will learn the value of teamwork, problem-solving and witnessing transformation firsthand. Participants will be humbled and inspired by the resilience, beauty and depth of the Malawian people and will be immersed in Malawian culture and language. Daily time in God’s Word and prayer and a deep dependence on Him will become foundational rhythms.

Housing and Transportation

Participants will live with Lilongwe City Team missionaries. Transportation will be provided by team members and, at times, through public transit accompanied by national team members.

Additional Details

• Single individuals or married couples are welcome to apply
• Participants may extend their stay to 6, 9 or 12 months
• Gap year applicants are encouraged to consider this opportunity