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In southern Malawi, and precisely in Balaka, Father Mario Pacifici, Monfort missionary, arrived here thirty five years ago and founded with Cesare Castelli the "Andiamo Youth Cooperative Trust" which now has nearly 700 workers. The Cooperative operates within four areas of development:- People find jobs in the 33 activities of Andiamo, including health care, education, vocational training, construction, agriculture, mechanics, sports, and last but not the musical one. Precisely in this context born the Alleluya Band, a band created in 1978 as a church choir and now became the point of musical reference throughout Malawi. Our representative in Italy is Orizzonte Malawi onlus, that use the valuable collaboration of many associations:
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EXIT 20 October ENTER 9 November
On 20 October 2013 Andiamo Youth Cooperative Trust celebrated the Mission Sunday with pomp because this was the day that Beppi and Mirella (described by many as “parents”) were also celebrating their Golden Jubilee in marriage. One word describes events … Continue reading
Time to remember Malawi’s Music History
It is now official. 9 November is the day when all people who appreciate music will gather at Andiamo ground to celebrate Alleluya band’s 35 years of existence, years of singing life with joy. According to the announcement by Andiamo … Continue reading
Carlos Chilambe, the hairdresser
Carlos Chilambe runs a barbershop right in Andiamo Youth Cooperative Trust campus. He has been running this salon since 1990. A Zimbabwe born hairdresser had a chat with the web office. Excerpts: Can you share with us your academic background? … Continue reading