The health of staff working in Nyika National Park is a top priority.
Located on the high plateau in the northern reaches of Malawi, accessing healthcare in this remote region is a serious challenge. To overcome this, a new clinic is being built thanks to generous funding from the Federal Government of Germany through KfW.
In response to the severe impact on vulnerable communities’ livelihoods due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Kfw rolled out a EUR 1 million COVID-19 relief initiative in Malawi in late 2020. These activities aimed to provide short-term relief and meet the most urgent needs of families who suffered a loss of income in the wake of the global paralysis experienced in the hospitality and tourism sectors. A portion of these proceeds have been dedicated to the construction of the new clinic in Nyika National Park, ensuring that access to healthcare can be sustained in this remote region.
The new clinic and a newly procured ambulance will provide primary healthcare services to an estimated 600 people. This includes staff working in the park from the Malawi Department of National Parks and Wildlife, tourism staff, and more. It will significantly reduce the cost of referring minor cases to hospitals further afield and bring a crucial element of care to the area.
Beyond improving healthcare access, the clinic’s construction also opens up job opportunities for locals, with both men and women working on the site. This vital project is part of Peace Parks Foundation’s holistic approach for achieving sustainable conservation at scale.
Visit the Peace Parks website to see how you, too, can make a difference to the livelihoods of those working in Nyika National Park.
