TADZUKA

PERMACULTURE IN KAMPHATA

The Tadzuka Permaculture Project is a permaculture and agriculture project in Kamphata, around 40 km from Lilongwe. On roughly 1.68 hectares, a regenerative and largely self-sustaining growing system is taking shape, one intended to bring food security, income and educational opportunities to the surrounding community.

Tadzuka is run by a team of young Malawians who operate and manage the project entirely on their own – from operations and training to the technical work. That is precisely why we support it.

You can follow the full journey of the project here on our blog.

At its heart are environmental sustainability, education and food security. Through composting, agroforestry and the integration of animals, fertile soils and closed, self-supporting cycles are being built.

Tadzuka is also a place of learning: through workshops, training courses and internships, people from the region come to understand the principles of permaculture.

Thanks to your donations, we were able to make the purchase of the land possible, laying the foundation for the entire undertaking.

We are now building the water supply: a borehole has already been drilled, and the next step is a solar-powered system that will provide the site with water year-round.

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Lidzinji Primary School: Construction Progress and the Technical Advisor's First Visit – 19.08.2026

Work on the first classroom building at the Lidzinji Primary School in Chepezi is progressing well. With the foundation completed and the surrounding walls raised to roof level, roofing work has now begun and is advancing quickly. As reported in our last blog post, regular visits to the site accompany this process - they keep the quality and pace of the work under continuous review and, at the same time, allow us to communicate progress transparently. Once again, Father Paul

Primary Schools

Aug 192 min read

Lidzinji Primary School: Further Site Inspections in Chepezi - 15.08.2026

Regular visits to the construction site are indispensable to us. They are the only way to ensure, on an ongoing basis, that the work is progressing at the required pace and quality. At the same time, such visits serve our internal documentation and the transparent communication of progress to the outside world – as here in this blog. In recent weeks, several people therefore came to the construction site of the Lidzinji Primary School in Chepezi to form their own picture of t

Primary Schools

Aug 152 min read

Electricity for the Home of Dreams and Nazareth - 14.08.2026

Last year, as we reported at the time, we shipped another container of goods to Malawi. It carried, among other things, a complete and fully working solar power system, donated to us by the company Dr. Metje. That system is now up and running. It serves two purposes. It powers the Home of Dreams, a hostel for pupils of the Tiyende Pamodzi Girls Secondary School, so that the girls living there can read and study once darkness falls. And it supplies the Nazareth Community, whic

Aug 141 min read

Lidzinji Primary School: Two Visits to the Construction Site in Chepezi – 05.08.2026

Over the past few days there were two spontaneous visits to the construction site in Chepezi. Our Malawian board member Frank Banda visited the site to gain a personal impression of the current state of the work. Shortly afterwards came a further visit by board member Matthew Hau Hau, who inspected the progress together with our intern Joshua and took video footage of the site. Everyone involved was very satisfied, both with the pace of the work and with the quality of what h

Aug 51 min read

Tadzuka Permaculture Project: Progress on the Water Project in Kamphata - 21.07.2026

The team of the Tadzuka Permaculture Project in Kamphata has shared an update on the current state of the water project. Following the successful drilling of the borehole, the next step was the construction of the tank stand. This stage was initially delayed, as the contractor had to wait for the necessary approval from the Department of Water Resources. Now that this permission has been obtained, work on the tank stand has begun. According to the contractor, it is expected t

Agricultural Projects

Jul 211 min read

Environmental Responsibility in Chepezi - 15.07.2026

In our previous post, we reported that the grounds of the school site in Chepezi had been prepared for the start of construction. But what does this mean in practice? To prepare the foundations, all obstacles on the construction site must be removed. These include large stones, but unfortunately also a small number of trees. The issue of removing trees was therefore once again carefully considered in Chepezi. Over the past decades, Malawi has experienced extensive deforestati

Primary Schools

Jul 151 min read

Construction Begins at Lidzinji Primary School in Chepezi - 14.07.2026

Construction at Lidzinji Primary School in Chepezi is finally getting underway this week. Preparatory work already began last week, when the site was cleared and prepared for the upcoming construction activities. On Monday, the construction work officially started. The workers are currently excavating the foundations for the first school building, and a large quantity of construction materials has already been delivered. At the same time, employees from Glem arrived in Chepez

Primary Schools

Jul 141 min read

Permaculture Project: Well Successfully Drilled in Kamphata - 28.06.2026

Encouraging news from Kamphata: the contractor commissioned to build the well as part of the Tadzuka project decided at short notice to begin construction work a few days ahead of the official start. With this, the first step of the project has been completed: the borehole for the well was finished at a depth of 60 metres. The contractor was very pleased with the result, as water was detected at an early stage. The ground also proved to be rocky, which offers greater stabilit

Agricultural Projects

Jun 281 min read

Meeting with All Stakeholders of the Lidzinji Primary School Project – 19.06.2026

Today an important gathering of all relevant stakeholders of the Lidzinji Primary School project took place in Mganja. Representatives of the village, the church, the education authority, the contractor, and the Goeldner Foundation came together to discuss the remaining open questions surrounding the construction of the primary school. It was agreed that close cooperation among all parties involved would help make the process ahead as smooth as possible. The goal is to begin

Primary Schools

Jun 191 min read

Water Supply for the Permaculture Project "Tadzuka": Contract Signed, Construction to Begin – 16 June 2026

A significant milestone for the "Tadzuka" permaculture project in Kamphata: during Markus' short visit to Malawi, the contract for the construction of the water supply system was officially signed. The meeting brought together all parties involved – the Tadzuka team, the Malawian board members of our local NGO, and the appointed contractor. Tadzuka is a permaculture project run by young, well-trained Malawians. The project has an important social dimension: it aims to pass on

Agricultural Projects

Jun 162 min read

Spontaneous Short Visit to Malawi – 15.06.2026

Our board member Markus has made a short-notice trip to Malawi to personally advance several ongoing projects and partnerships at once. Alongside administrative tasks – including banking matters and the collection of key documents – the agenda covers a number of central projects: The main focus is the renovation and new construction of Lidzinji Primary School in Chepezi. Markus will meet with contractor Chiputula and – via phone call – with architect Dan Tsiga, who is also se

Our Visits

Jun 152 min read

Visit from Representatives of Dedza City Council in Chepezi - 28.05.2026

In Chepezi, another important step has been taken toward the start of construction of Lidzinji Primary School: representatives of Dedza City Council personally visited the school and inspected the site together with Headteacher Peter Kazika. During the visit, the construction plans were reviewed on site in order to gain a better understanding of the actual conditions. This visit marks the final step before the official Dedza City Council meeting is convened, which is expected

Primary Schools

May 281 min read

Our First Intern in Malawi - 18.05.2026

We are delighted to welcome our first intern. Joshua will be supporting us directly on the ground in the coming months, enriching our team. He is completing his mandatory internship as part of his degree programme "Politics, Administration and Organisation". Together with our local NGO team and our friends and project partners of the Nazareth Human & Spiritual Development Trust, Joshua will gain deep insights into various projects and actively participate in them. A central f

Our Foundation

May 182 min read

Nordkurier Reports on Our School Project in Chepezi - 11.05.2026

The Nordkurier newspaper has published a detailed article about our school project at Lidzinji Primary School. Journalist Jens Griesbach describes the current situation at the school in Chepezi and presents our project. We are very pleased about the media coverage and the attention it brings to our project. The media support helps us to raise awareness about the educational situation in Malawi and to attract supporters for our initiative. You can find the full article here: „

Our Foundation

May 111 min read

Lidzinji Primary School: A Clear Yes from the Community – 13 March 2026

Good news from Chepezi: we have received a document that marks an important step forward for our school project. On 13 March 2026, all stakeholders of Lidzinji Primary School gave their formal written approval for the planned construction works. The document has been signed by the Primary Education Advisor (PEA), Head Teacher Peter Kazika, and the four Village Headmen of the surrounding communities – V.H. Chepezi, V.H. Kaimama, V.H. Kanyerere, and V.H. Kankhande. The other pa

Primary Schools

Mar 131 min read

Lidzinji Primary School: Meeting with the Village Community - 05.03.2026

In Lidzinji, another important meeting took place with representatives of the village community. Participants included members of the school committee, the head teacher, the Primary Education Advisor (PEA), representatives of the Community Police, as well as several chiefs (traditional village leaders). Members of the local team of our Malawian NGO were also present. The meeting began in the afternoon at around 2:30 pm with an opening prayer followed by a round of introducti

Primary Schools

Mar 52 min read

A Milestone: The Goeldner Foundation Officially Recognized as an NGO in Malawi - 03.03.2026

Another important milestone for our work on the ground has been reached: since February 2026, the Goeldner Foundation has been officially registered as a recognized Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in Malawi. The registration was carried out through CONGOMA (Council for Non-Governmental Organizations in Malawi) , the legally mandated umbrella body for NGOs in the country. Under the NGO Act of Malawi , CONGOMA is authorized to recognize and register non-governmental organi

Our Foundation

Mar 32 min read

Update: Nazareth Coffee - 01.12.2025

On March 7, 2025, we reported here on the blog once again about our coffee project “Nazareth Coffee.” From the first harvests we had taken several roasted samples back to Germany. The coffee tasted good, but showed some variation in flavor - not surprising, since in Mganja the beans are roasted manually in pans over an open fire, which naturally leads to different roast levels depending on the heat and duration. After our most recent visit to Nazareth, we therefore brought b

Our Partners

Dec 1, 20252 min read

Opening of Our Guesthouse in Malawi - 28.10.2025

As previously reported, our guesthouse in Mganja, Malawi, has now officially opened. The building is located on the property of our close Malawian friends and project partners of the Nazareth Human & Spiritual Development Trust and is fully managed and maintained by its local community. After the previous owner had moved out, the house came under our care and is now used, in close cooperation with the Nazareth Community, both as an office for the planned registration of the

Our Foundation

Oct 28, 20252 min read

Preparations and Discussions for the New Lidzinji Primary School - 27.10.2025

During our stay in Malawi this year, the planned renovation and expansion of Lidzinji Primary School in the village of Chepeze was a central focus. The school is located far from the nearest paved road and is attended by around 900 children from several surrounding villages. Its condition is worrying: only two simple classroom buildings exist, and many pupils are taught in makeshift reed shelters. To prepare the next steps, we invited representatives of the Ministry of Educa

Oct 28, 20251 min read

Traditional Gathering at Dedza Pottery - 25.10.2025

As on every trip to Mganja, we once again invited a small group to a shared meal at Dedza Pottery this year. In a familiar and friendly atmosphere, we came together to say thank you - for the dedicated collaboration, the friendship, and the trust without which the work of the GF Goeldner Foundation would not be possible. Among the guests were our long-time and close friends Sister Josefa, Fanny, Hannah, Matthews, and Abeta from the Nazareth Human & Spiritual Development Trust

Our Partners

Oct 25, 20251 min read

Update: The Container Has Arrived! - 18.10.2025

After several months at sea and on African roads, the time has finally come: the container jointly organized and shipped together with the Franciscan Sisters of Salzkotten ( www.fcjm.de ) and Larissa Neumann ( www.malawi-physio.de ) has now safely arrived. As already reported in our blog post from July 1 , the container was loaded with a wide range of essential materials: equipment for a new physiotherapy station , which will be operated by Larissa Neumann at Madisi Mission H

Our Partners

Oct 19, 20252 min read

Visit to Malawi in October 2025 - 16.10.2025

We are once again visiting our friends and partners in Malawi for two weeks. After a long journey, we arrived safely in Lilongwe on October 16 and will use the coming days for important meetings and to clarify key matters. We will visit the Primary School Chepezi and discuss the next steps with everyone involved in the project. As always, our guiding principle remains: the people on the ground - teachers, parents, representatives of the education office, the church organizat

Our Visits

Oct 16, 20252 min read

Completion of the Project "Water Supply for the Luntha Clinic" – 31 August 2025

I. Project Description Since the founding of our association in 2017, we have been committed to school projects as well as projects in...

Luntha Clinic

Sep 1, 20255 min read

Milestone Birthday with a Meaningful Impact for Malawi - 02.07.2025

A supporter and friend of the GF Goeldner Foundation e.V., who wishes to remain anonymous, recently celebrated a milestone birthday and –...

Our Partners

Jul 2, 20251 min read

Another Container on the Way: Electricity for Our Projects – 01.07.2025

Very soon, another container will begin its journey. The shipment to Malawi is a joint project with the Franciscan Sisters of Salzkotten...

Our Partners

Jul 1, 20252 min read

Guesthouse Renovations Underway in Nazareth, Mganja – 11.06.2025

We had already reported on this: The GF Goeldner Foundation plans to use this guesthouse as the future base for its own NGO...

Our Foundation

Jun 11, 20252 min read

Visit to the Primary School Chepezi - 23.03.2025

Also on our list was a return visit to the primary school in Chepezi , a neighboring village of Mganja. As a reminder, this primary...

Primary Schools

Apr 6, 20251 min read

On the Road in Malawi: The Challenge of Traffic - 11.03.2025

Our projects are often located far from major cities. To visit these sites, meet with partners, or transport materials, we regularly...

Malawi

Apr 5, 20251 min read

Visit at Luntha Clinic in Golomoti - 10.03.2025

On our recent trip, we once again visited Luntha Clinic in Golomoti to see the progress of the new water supply system firsthand. We were...

Luntha Clinic

Apr 5, 20251 min read

Follow-up: Home of Dreams - 08.03.2025

As we have already reported in several blog entries on this website, the Home of Dreams project – a school dormitory for the students of...

Home of Dreams

Mar 12, 20251 min read

Nazareth Coffee - March 7, 2025

The coffee production of our closest project partner, Nazareth, is also making great progress. The coffee plants have now grown to chest...

Our Partners

Mar 12, 20251 min read

Visit to the Permaculture Project "Tadzuka" in Kampatha – 06.03.2025

After a restful first night in Lilongwe, we set off the next morning to visit our projects in the Dedza region. Along the way, we stopped by the permaculture project “Tadzuka” run by our close friends Lawi, Tadza, Matthews, Pempo, and Precious in the village of Kampatha. Thanks to the support of many donors, the land for the project has already been acquired. The first maize fields have been planted, but since the previous owners were still cultivating the land during the cur

Agricultural Projects

Mar 12, 20251 min read

Journey to Malawi - 05.03.2025

After a long but relaxed flight from Frankfurt via Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), we arrived back with our friends in Malawi on March 5, 2025....

Our Foundation

Mar 11, 20251 min read

Significant Progress in Expanding the Water Supply for Luntha Clinic – 21.02.2025

The expansion of the water supply for Luntha Clinic in Golomoti is making great progress. After various preparatory works – such as the...

Luntha Clinic

Feb 21, 20251 min read

Suspension of foreign aid by the US government; massive impact on Malawi - 19.02.2025

Upon taking office on January 20, 2025, newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14169, titled "Reevaluation and...

Malawi

Feb 19, 20252 min read

Final Day: Visit to Rotary Club Lingadzi – Lilongwe, 29.10.2024

In recent years, we have occasionally reported on our connections to Rotary Clubs in Germany and Malawi. As early as 2019, we undertook...

Our Partners

Oct 29, 20241 min read

Startup "Nazareth Coffee" - October 28, 2024

On October 28, 2024, the time had come: together we filled the coffee bags with Arabica coffee beans grown and roasted in Nazareth! The...

Our Partners

Oct 28, 20241 min read

Mua School for the Deaf - Visit to the School for Hearing-Impaired Children - 28.10.2024

As has been mentioned on this homepage for many years, we support the MUA School for the Deaf (see separate section). In the past, we...

Oct 28, 20241 min read

Luntha-Clinic - Golomoti October 2024

We meet Frank Banda, the operator of this small clinic. Frank is a Malawian citizen, 47 years old, married, and has three children. He...

Luntha Clinic

Oct 27, 20242 min read

Meet and Greet at Bishop Chifukwa - Diocese of Dedza -10/27/2024

A visit to the Bishop's House in Dedaz was also on the agenda for this stay: In the presence of Sister Josefa, we discussed future...

Our Partners

Oct 27, 20241 min read

Solar system for the hostel of Tiyende Pamodzi Girls Secondary School installed by Electricians Without Borders - 26.10.2024

We have been in contact with the Electricians Without Borders Association for 3 years and have been involved in many team meetings with...

Tiyende Pamodzi

Oct 26, 20241 min read

Permaculture Project Tadzuka in Kampatha - October 26, 2024

The siblings Lawi, Tadza and Mathew Hau-Hau and their friends Precious and Pempo have been working for some time on the realization of a permaculture farming project in the Lilongwe area. We have known these young people for a long time; Colin met Mathew and his siblings in 2016 during his first stay in Malawi; since then we have all been very close friends with them. The main goal of the Tadzuka permaculture idea is to develop sustainable agricultural methods and combat clim

Agricultural Projects

Oct 26, 20241 min read