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Community notices
View all noticesIntroducing the Dzaleka Encyclopedia
A new sourced reference brings together Dzaleka's history, people, institutions, culture, services, law, health, education, infrastructure, and public life.
Introducing DzalekaPay Beta
DzalekaPay beta brings payment links, QR payments, storefronts, event tickets, campaign pages, and merchant records to sellers and organisers in Dzaleka.
Salama Africa and Artolution Complete Community Mural in Dzaleka Refugee Camp
Salama Africa and Artolution have completed a community mural in Dzaleka Refugee Camp through Artolution's Training of Trainers programme, supported by HOME Storytellers.
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Culture and heritage
Art, music, poetry and performance from across the camp.
Photo gallery
Community life through photography.
Site register
Landmarks, gathering places and cultural spaces.
Public art and visual culture
Murals, artworks and visual media from the camp.
Dancers from Dzaleka
Dance groups and performers from Dzaleka.
Poets from Dzaleka
Poetry and spoken word from the camp.
Upcoming events
Make time for music, culture and community.
Live Performance
Ubuntu on Stage Open Mic
An open mic in Dzaleka for poets, singers, comedians, and storytellers from across the camp's communities — a shared stage for first-time and experienced performers.
Near the Plan library, Dzaleka Refugee Camp
Latest resources
Guides, reports and reference documents.
Brief
WFP Malawi Country Brief - July 2026
WFP operational update detailing a $68M funding deficit, El Niño risks, returnee influx, and severe ration cut threats affecting >63,000 refugees in Dzaleka Camp from September 2026.
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News and Press Release
New Survey Reveals Mixed Health and Living Conditions in Dzaleka Refugee Camp
Dzaleka Online article summarizing the 2024 survey findings on health, sanitation, water access, employment, family planning, nutrition, and household conditions in Dzaleka.
English
Report
Malawi: Understanding the Health, Nutrition and Population Situation in Dzaleka Refugee Camp 2024
Report comparing Dzaleka Refugee Camp with the rest of Malawi using data from the 2024 Malawi Demographic and Health Survey.
English
Research
Assessing Factors That Affect the Uptake of Micronutrient Supplements Among Adolescent Girls in Refugee Camps
A mixed-methods research study analyzing the knowledge, attitudes, and systemic barriers influencing the use of micronutrient supplements by adolescent girls in Dzaleka Refugee Camp.
English
Report
World Report 2026: Malawi
Human Rights Watch's annual review of human rights practices in Malawi for 2026. This report covers significant developments including the rights of refugees and migrants, encampment policies in Dzaleka, freedom of expression, and healthcare challenges.
English, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Report
Comprehensive regional analysis of the UNHCR's population by asylum country and location - June 2025
UNHCR regional analysis of populations by asylum country and location, including Malawi and other Southern Africa operations.
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Help and support
Medical, legal and protection services in Dzaleka.
Medical care
Dzaleka Health Centre
Located within Dzaleka Refugee Camp, providing essential medical services and emergency care.
- Monday–Friday
- 7:30 am–4:30 pm
- Saturday
- 7:30 am–12 pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Legal aid and advocacy
Inua Advocacy
Professional legal assistance and advocacy services for refugees.
Protection services
UNHCR and police
Security and protection services for camp residents.
Dzaleka Dowa Police
For urgent emergencies, contact the appropriate service directly or visit the nearest facility.
Contact supportFrom the community
People and organisations working in Dzaleka.
Innocent Magambi
Founder, There is Hope
Innocent founded There is Hope, which runs education, livelihoods, and community support programmes in Dzaleka and Dowa.
Menes la Plume
Founder, Tumaini Festival
Menes founded Tumaini Festival, bringing artists from Dzaleka, Malawi, and other countries onto the same programme.
Remy Gakwaya
Founder, TakenoLAB & RELON
Remy founded TakenoLAB to teach computing and digital skills, and has supported refugee-led networks in Malawi.
More community organisations
Mirash Films
A Dzaleka-based film team producing and screening work by refugee filmmakers.
Salama Africa
A dance group performing work shaped by styles from Dzaleka and across the region.
Amahoro Drummers
A drumming ensemble presenting traditional music at community and national events.
Fountain of Hope
Community programmes connecting education, practical skills, and livelihoods.
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