"My parents don’t have to worry as much about my school costs, which means they can focus on supporting my siblings. I’ve also learned how to budget and manage money better because of this opportunity."

"My family now has a reputation in our village for believing in girls’ education because my mother allowed me to be educated with the support of MBB,"

She organized tutoring sessions with her classmates, mentored younger Scholars, and now holds study groups for local children under the mango tree in her family’s courtyard.

Chimwemwe, a 19-year-old from Malawi, is breaking new ground as the first in her family to attend university.

One of her most memorable moments was treating a six-month-old baby boy who was critically ill with severe malaria.

Her drive has propelled her to excel in the school debate club, earning accolades and a mentor training opportunity with a UN agency.

She had the highest score for the 9th grade state exam and was recognized for her outstanding performance during the 2022/2023 academic year.