Language Lessons

This is in Thousand Oaks in Satwiwa. Winter Solstice day December 21st. Alicia supplied the white sage. Ndili bwino kaya inu? I'm well, and you? Ndili bwinonso zikomo. I'm well too, thanks. Chumbudzi chili kuti? Where is the toilet? Abambo anga ali bwino. My father is fine. Sakusangalala. She is not happy. Sindimakonda mpunga. I do not like rice. Ndatopa, ndikufuna kugona. I'm tired, I want to sleep. Mwalandilidwa! You are most welcome! Modzi 1 Wiri 2 Tatu 3 Nayi 4 Sanu 5 Nidmachokera ku USA. I'm from USA. Now I'm ready to go to Malawi!

Decentralization, my friends

"This video was produced to promote public participation in local government in Malawi. Music by Vita Chirwa and the Kalimba Band. The catchy tune was popular on the radio and in discos nationwide, encouraging people to take an active role in government affairs to promote development. Filmed and produced by Adam Rogers, United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF)"(Source: UNCDF, YouTube post). Plus, the translations are hilarious!

Music from Malawi

These musicians have incredible talent, and play on homemade instruments. Take note that the little guitar is made of a gas can!