We are Wandikweza
We are a community-driven maternal and child health organization.
We partner with public health facilities to transform maternal and child health care delivery at scale for underserved communities in Malawi through Proactive Doorstep Care. We champion health equity by breaking the barriers of cost, distance and awareness, delivering life-saving care directly to the doorsteps of the most underserved.
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​At Wandikweza “Health care closer to the people” is more than just a description of proximity, it is a philosophy that redefines how healthcare should be delivered. Closer means reaching people not only in terms of distance, but also in understanding. It is about showing up in homes, villages, and communities, not waiting for families to overcome impossible obstacles to seek help. It is care that meets people where they are, physically, emotionally, and socially.
We do not wait for health care to reach the underserved, we bring it to their doorstep. At Wandikweza, we go beyond the clinic walls to deliver life-saving care to the most remote and forgotten communities. We train and equip Community Health Workers and Nurses on Bikes, empower women, support families, and build trust where systems have failed.
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We do not just deliver healthcare , we bring it to the doorstep of those who would otherwise go without.​ From maternal care to childhood immunizations, nutrition to mental health, our approach is proactive, personal, and rooted in dignity. Because we believe that no one should be left behind, not by distance, not by poverty, not by circumstance.
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Health is not a privilege. It is a right. And we are here to make it a reality, one doorstep at a time.
What makes us unique
​We transform maternal and child health care delivery through Proactive Doorstep Care (PDC), combining modern health care practices with indigenous knowledge. We integrate Community Health Workers, Mobile Clinics, Nurses on Bikes, and health facility support, to deliver lifesaving care to underserved communities while fostering sustainability, local empowerment and strategic partnerships.
Our Impact
85%
children assessed with a symptom of malaria, diarrhea or pneumonia, within 24 hours of symptom onset
60%
of pregnancies registered for antenatal care in the first trimester
95%
of women receive postnatal care within 24 hours of delivery
90%
of deliveries happen at a health facility
Communities First
Communities First is more than a guiding principle, it is our way of working.
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We believe that lasting change begins where people live, not in distant boardrooms or central hospitals. That is why our Proactive Doorstep Care (PDC) model is rooted in the belief that every person, in every village, deserves access to quality healthcare, dignity, and hope. From equipping Community Health Workers to delivering care by bike, we prioritize the most underserved, not as passive beneficiaries, but as active participants in their own health journey.
Here is how we overcome access barriers
Our Impact Partners
We believe that lasting change is only possible through meaningful collaboration. Our Impact Partners are more than funders, they are trusted allies and co-creators of a shared vision: a Malawi where every mother, child, and family can thrive. Together, we are building a more equitable health system that reaches those too often left behind. From expanding maternal and child health programs to strengthening community-based services and launching targeted nutrition and WASH interventions, our partners help us go further and deeper, reaching the last mile with care, dignity, and compassion.
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Thanks to their commitment and trust, we have been able to scale our Proactive Doorstep Care model, train and equip more Community Health Workers and Nurses on Bikes, and deliver lifesaving health services directly to the homes of underserved families. Our partners include community-rooted allies who value local leadership, bold funders who prioritize proximity and equity, and technical collaborators who guide innovation and policy integration. Whether responding to emergencies or closing systemic health gaps, our work is stronger because we do it together. Every doorstep reached, every life saved, it is all made possible through partnership.
