About Dzaleka Refugee Camp
Located approximately 60 km from Lilongwe City Centre, Dzaleka Refugee Camp is home to thousands of refugees who have fled conflict and instability in countries such as the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and Burundi, as well as Eritrea and Somalia.
Within the camp live men, women, and children carrying stories of loss, displacement, resilience, and hope. Many face ongoing challenges, including trauma, poverty, and limited access to essential resources. Yet even in the midst of hardship, God is at work.
Our Ministry
Nico and Vicky serve in Dzaleka as part of the Catalyst Team with Ethnos Movement International (EMI). Their ministry is based at Neema House, a rental premises inside the camp that functions as a place of discipleship, care, creativity, prayer, and practical support.
In partnership with the Dzaleka Christian Churches Union (DCCU)—the body overseeing many of the Christian churches within the camp—they work to strengthen church leadership, disciple believers, and extend Christ’s compassion in tangible ways.
Key Areas of Focus
- Men’s Ministry
This ministry focuses on pastoral care, leadership development, and biblical discipleship for church leaders within the camp. With over 160 rural churches represented, many pastors have not received formal theological training. Through structured discipleship programs and personal mentoring, leaders are strengthened spiritually and equipped to shepherd their congregations faithfully—many of whom are themselves navigating trauma and displacement.
- Women’s Ministry – Creating with Christ
Women are ministered to through discipleship and healing art. The “Creating with Christ” initiative integrates trauma care, biblical reflection, and creative expression. Through guided sessions, women process pain, surrender their stories to God, and transform what once represented brokenness into expressions of healing and truth. These gatherings help restore dignity, identity, and hope.
- Children’s Ministry – Tingathe
Through Tingathe (Community Orphan Care Program), children are discipled, nurtured, and supported both spiritually and practically. The ministry focuses on vulnerable children and orphans, walking alongside families and caregivers to ensure that children grow in faith, stability, and hope for the future.
- Neema Care – Medical Ministry
Neema Care is a developing medical outreach ministry seeking to meet basic healthcare needs within the camp. Through partnerships and local collaboration, the goal is to provide compassionate, Christ-centered care that addresses both physical and spiritual well-being.
- Special Projects and Outreaches
Regular outreaches and practical projects aim to meet immediate needs while pointing people to lasting hope in Christ. Teams are invited to partner in the ongoing work at Dzaleka through prayer, service, and strategic support.
Join Us
Partner with us in bringing hope to Dzaleka Refugee Camp. Whether through prayer, financial support, medical partnerships, children’s sponsorship, or short-term visits, your involvement helps strengthen and sustain this growing ministry.
Together, we serve as the hands and feet of Christ among those seeking refuge, restoration, and renewal.
