BASIC SERVICES DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

Empowering Communities for a Better Tomorrow

For over two decades, the Basic Services Development Agency (BASEDA) has been empowering communities across Malawi with access to clean water, health services, sustainable livelihoods, and education. Our commitment to practical, community-based solutions drives us to create healthier, self-sustaining environments for all.

WHO ARE WE

Basic Services Development Agency (BASEDA) is a leading Malawian NGO dedicated to strengthening community systems and improving lives through sustainable development. Established in 2004 and registered in 2006, BASEDA has two decades of experience in delivering impactful programs in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), sustainable livelihoods, health, agriculture, HIV/AIDS awareness, and climate resilience.

With a presence in 13 districts across Malawi, BASEDA works closely with local communities, training individuals in vital areas such as water pump maintenance, livestock management, and disease control, while promoting inclusive growth through women and youth empowerment. Our approach prioritizes community-based solutions, capacity building, and partnerships with both national and international organizations.

OUR MISSION

We provide practical, community-driven solutions to improve health, livelihoods, and living conditions for underserved communities in Malawi.

VISION

Healthy, empowered communities with access to clean water, sanitation, education, and sustainable livelihoods.

OUR VALUES

Community-Driven Solutions
Transparency and Accountability
Inclusive Programming
Excellence and Continuous Learning
Partnership and Collaboration

Together for Healthier Communities.

Bore hole Area Mechanics capacitated
Water point committees capacitated
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Newcastle Disease Community Vaccinators capacitated
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We are dedicated to pioneering sustainable development solutions

that empower communities across Malawi

OUR AREAS OF FOCUS

Education and Capacity Building

Providing skills training and educational opportunities to build community capacity and foster sustainable development.

 

OUR AREAS OF FOCUS

Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)

We ensure clean water access and promote hygiene practices through infrastructure installation and community training, improving health outcomes across Malawi.

Livelihood and Agriculture

Empowering rural communities with sustainable farming techniques and livestock management to enhance food security and economic resilience.

HIV/AIDS Awareness and Youth Empowerment

 Educating youth on HIV/AIDS prevention and offering testing services to reduce stigma and promote healthier lifestyles.

Climate Change and Agroforestry

Promoting climate-resilient agriculture and tree planting initiatives to mitigate environmental impact and safeguard rural livelihoods.

HOW TO MAKE A DONATION

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OUR TEAM

Ephraim Chiphodo Munyala

Executive Director

Lebium Katuku

Project Coordinator

Denis Njelenga

Finance and Administration Manager

Soul Damalekani

Logistician

Davis Makhoza

Program Associate

PROJECT UPDATES

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Building Resilient Communities Through Practical Development

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An interaction with an area mechanic

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Newcastle Disease Control project (NDCP) Progress in Nanthenje

Recently FDA evaluators took time to check on how the Newcastle Disease Control project (NDCP)...
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BASEDA Horning the skills of area mechanics

Horning the skills of area mechanics is vital when one wants to realise high functionality of...
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BASEDA Promoting Access to Clean Water

At BASEDA we believe in continued learning and thriving for excellence hence recently we...
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Lameck thawani an area Mechanic groomed by BASEDA

Lameck Thawani kept finding it hard to say no to a client seeking that he rehabilitate a...
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BASEDA at a Learning Event at Golden Peacock Hotel

we took part in the learning event that was held at Golden Peacock Hotel in Blantyre where...