FOMOE BLOG

The irrigation system at MOET which supports year-round vegetable production has resulted in an unexpected bonus: a small pond has developed, and with careful management and monitoring it has grown into the perfect environment for fish farming. The fish harvest takes place every six weeks and provides a useful lesson in aquaculture, alongside the permaculture practices which are firmly embedded in the curriculum. The solar power facility which was installed by Voltalia last y

In June 2026, a total of 35 Standard Eight pupils – 18 girls and 17 boys – from Mangochi Orphan Education and Training (MOET) sat their Primary School Leaving Certificate of Education (PSLCE) examinations. As the name suggests, these are the final exams taken by primary school pupils in Malawi, and are used by the Ministry of Education to select candidates to progress onto secondary school. This represented a rise in pupils taking the exam, up from 30 last year, as a result o

At MOET, access to water has gone beyond household use and drinking purposes. It has created opportunities to maximise agricultural production and improve nutrition for children through innovative and sustainable initiatives. With reliable access to water, MOET introduced off-season farming through irrigation, enabling the school to continue food production throughout the year. The availability of excess water also inspired another important initiative — the establishment of

MOET students are learning about the importance of having fruits at home and maintaining healthy eating habits. Bananas are a staple food in Malawi and provide essential nutrients such as potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and fibre. They are also a good source of energy for breakfast and snacks. In an effort to ensure the availability of nutritious food for children, a total of 50 banana plants were planted at MOET. Apart from being an important food source, banana plants are

Steria Botha, aged 14 and a former student at MOET Primary School, has been awarded a Press Trust Scholarship after achieving the highest score among all girls in Mangochi District. The scholarship is awarded at the national level to the two best students in the Primary School Leaving Certificate of Education examinations — one girl and one boy. Press Trust will be responsible for her school fees and learning materials from September 2026, when she begins her second year, thr

At the end of the 2024–2025 academic year, 11 pupils from MOET School were offered places at local secondary schools , one of the highest numbers we’ve ever seen. This remarkable milestone reflects the school’s ongoing success in preparing students for the next step in their education. Of these 11 students, 7 already have sponsors , which leaves 4 still in need of support before they can begin their secondary education journey. Why Sponsorship Matters Sponsorship is an essen