Our vision
We believe in the potential of the people. The Zikomo Foundation focuses on empowering people and empowering them to improve their own situation and escape poverty and misery.
Our mission
Our goal is, in particular, to promote the individual potential of children. We fight for a world of prospects – a world where children have hope and a future.
Where we work
At the moment our work is focused on Malawi.
This especially around the capital Lilongwe.
Our history
Our team
Foundation, endowment
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Employees
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"When I wake up in the morning, I'm happy that we at the Zikomo Foundation not only want to do the right thing, we want to do it."
Simon Holdener founder
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«I like to work for the Zikomo Foundation. The organization has a clear vision for improving the lives of children. I have the great desire to help Africa. So that the children can achieve their goals and wishes for a better world. »
James Phiri Managing Director Malawi
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"I support the work and projects of the Zikomo Foundation because I believe in holistic development aid. Breastfeeding of material needs can be necessary and correct in the short term, but the change in mentality and education is sustainable. »
Jürg Opprecht (†) entrepreneur
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"Today we often talk about the refugee crisis. Thousands of people from Africa come to us because of hardship and lack of perspective in their country. To give them back perspective and vision for their own country, it is important that there are organizations like the Zikomo Foundation. "
Marc Jost Councilor Bern
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"Since I remember, team sport has shaped my character. I have learned discipline and perseverance, but also dealing with defeats. I am impressed with the strategy and the projects of the Zikomo Foundation and like to support the project. »
Roman Josi Hockey professional NHL
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"I was born and raised in Africa myself. From my own experience, I have seen how football can help children to make something of their lives. I've learned through football that it's important to fight and work with others to achieve something. I wholeheartedly support the Zikomo Foundation's projects because it gives the poorest children a vision for their lives, that they can achieve something through work and discipline. "
Gilles Yapi pro Football
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"Promoting people means giving them a future and hope."
Simon Holdener founder
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"I know the president of the Zikomo Foundation through the sport. Simon Holdener and his people build a great project in Malawi for the poorest children in the world. Sport is a perfect tool to inspire and motivate children for education. I believe that as Swiss we have a responsibility to help in countries like Malawi. That's why I support this project with conviction. »
Mark Streit Former ice hockey player NHL
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"I support the Zikomo Foundation because this project helps me to shape an entire nation. By educating teachers and trainers, and ultimately the children, thousands of children can be sustainably helped. "
Andreas Thür architect
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«I had the privilege to host the 3rd Gala Dinner of the Zikomo Foundation. You can tell that all employees and volunteers are passionately committed to the projects in Malawi. I am convinced that the Zikomo Foundation in this poor country will give many disadvantaged children a realistic chance of a better life. "
Lukas Ninck TV-Moderator
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"I really like working at the Zikomo Foundation because of the clear vision. The kids and teens in Malawi, who have access to high-quality football training, education and nutrition, are great. The Zikomo Foundation offers high quality in its activities. »
Davie Mpima Technical Director Football, Malawi