GoodVision Malawi - GoodVision Glasses

27/10/2025

🌟 Good Vision Malawi and World Vision Malawi: A Partnership for Brighter Learning! 🌟

Good Vision Malawi has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with World Vision Malawi to initiate a game-changing Schools Eye Health Project to deliver the gift of clear sight to children throughout the country! 👓🤝

When children struggle to see the board, read books, or recognize faces, their education and confidence suffer. By protecting and improving children’s eye health, we are helping these kids to reach their full potential in school and in life.

At Good Vision, we provide children with the opportunity to study better, dream bigger, and live well by keeping their eyes healthy. 💙📖

With such a partnership, we will offer eye health education, early diagnosis of vision issues, and eyeglasses manufactured here in Malawi.

Glasses are not simply medical devices; they enable children to participate in the classroom fully and deliver their optimum performance.

We both strive to provide equal access to education to all students, including those who have vision challenges.

The project will target 20 districts in Malawi and enable the children to read with a vision and learn without any hindrance.

One day, we will have a future when all children have a chance to see, learn, and succeed! 🌍✨

23/10/2025

🌟 Bringing Clear Vision to Rural Malawi! 🌟
👓💙 Good Vision Malawi is deeply grateful to the Vision of Hope Foundation (USA) for their generous donation of 1,734 eyeglasses under the Reach the Unreached Project!

This incredible support is helping us bring eye care to rural villages across the Southern Region of Malawi, where many people have never had access to proper vision services.

🙌 We have already initiated this life-changing project by distributing 150 eyeglasses in the Makungwa area of Bvumbwe, restoring sight and smiles to many.

💖 We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Vision of Hope Foundation for believing in our mission and standing with us in transforming lives through better vision. Your generosity and compassion are not only giving people the gift of sight but also empowering communities with renewed hope, confidence, and opportunity.

With Vision of Hope Foundation’s continued commitment, even more outreaches are planned in the coming months to reach those still waiting for clear sight and new hope.

💫 Together, we’re making vision care accessible for all.

22/10/2025

DID YOU KNOW?
👁️Your eyes contain over 100 million light-sensitive cells?
🌈These tiny cells, called rods and cones, help you see colors, movement, and details in all kinds of light.
💙Together, they make your vision a true masterpiece, bringing every sight to life in perfect clarity!

14/10/2025

👓💙 Empowering New Talent for a Clearer Malawi! 💙👓

Something truly inspiring is happening at Good Vision Malawi! 🎉

We’re hosting a hands-on training workshop for our new recruits, equipping them with the skills to make high-quality, affordable glasses right here in Malawi.

Our new team members are learning every step of the process, from cutting lenses and fitting frames to quality checking. This way, every pair of glasses we make meets the highest standards of comfort and clarity for our customers.

This training is more than a learning session. It is a chance for growth, empowerment, and self-reliance. Soon, these recruits will be making glasses for Good Vision Malawi, helping to bring quality eyewear to communities across the country.

With every new skill mastered and every pair of glasses made, we move one step closer to a Malawi where everyone can see clearly and live fully. 💙

Together, we are building a brighter future, one pair of glasses at a time!

09/10/2025

🌍👁️ Celebrating World Sight Day in Malawi! 👁️🌍

What a beautiful day it was as we joined the world in celebrating World Sight Day 2025 under the theme “Love Your Eyes at Work.”

At Good Vision Malawi, together with the Ministry of Health and the Lilongwe District Health Office (DHO), we offered free eye screenings and prescribed glasses to make good vision at the High Court of Malawi. 👓

We were excited to see so many people from the Judiciary including judges, registrars, managers, and officers come forward to have their eyes checked. It was truly encouraging to witness their commitment to taking care of their sight.

We were also honored to have Mr. Masika, the National Eye Care Coordinator, join us at the event. He reminded everyone how important the theme “Love Your Eyes” is, especially for the Judiciary, as clear vision helps them read, interpret, and carry out their duties effectively as policy makers. 👏

At Good Vision Malawi, we believe that everyone deserves the chance to see clearly and live fully. Together with our partners, we’re working hard to improve eye health across Malawi — one pair of eyes at a time. 💙

29/09/2025

🌍 Collaboration + Impact: Bringing Health Closer to the People 🌍
On 14th September 2025, Good Vision Malawi partnered with Lilongwe District Health Office, Kamuzu Central Hospital, and Banja La Mtsogolo to deliver a Comprehensive Health Mobile Clinic at Kang’oma Health Centre.
In just one day, 249 community members accessed essential services including:
👓 Eye screenings, prescriptions, and glasses
🤰 Family planning and reproductive health care
👂 ENT, dermatology, NCD and surgical consultations
Critical referrals for advanced care at tertiary hospitals
This outreach demonstrates how cross-sector collaboration creates tangible impact — reducing barriers to care, strengthening referral systems, and bringing services closer to underserved communities.
💙 Special thanks to the Senior Chief, Alice Mwangi (Good Vision Africa Coordinator), the country directors from Malawi, Kenya, Burkina Faso & Liberia, and especially to Lilongwe District Health Office and Banja La Mtsogolo for their unwavering support and collaboration.
Together we’re proving that partnership accelerates progress and health equity is possible when we unite our efforts.

02/08/2025

JULY 2025 RECAP | GoodVision Malawi 👓

We’re proud to share the impact made this past month across communities and schools:

🔹 4,213+ free eye screenings conducted
🔹 11+ schools visited and screened
🔹 1,900+ glasses distributed
🔹 76+ community outreaches (eye camps) held

Each number reflects a person empowered with the gift of clear vision — and that’s what drives our mission forward.

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated team, partners, and supporters for making this possible. Together, we are transforming lives — one pair of eyes at a time.

29/07/2025

🌍💬 Let’s talk about vision.

What if all it took to change a child’s life was a simple pair of glasses?

At GoodVision Malawi, we’ve seen students go from struggling to read the board — to leading their classes. We’ve seen parents who couldn’t thread a needle finally able to work again. We’ve seen smiles, tears, and moments that remind us: sight is power.

🧑🏾‍🦱 “Before I got my glasses, I thought blurry vision was just normal. Now I can see clearly — it’s like I got my life back.”
– GoodVision Student, Lilongwe

This is what drives us.

Not just eye care. Dignity. Opportunity. Hope.

🦋 Do you know someone who needs glasses but can’t afford them? Tag them. Tell them. Bring them to one of our outreach events.

Let’s restore sight. Let’s restore futures.

18/07/2025

Reflections from Erlangen 🇩🇪

Last week, GoodVision Malawi had the honor of participating in the GoodVision Annual Meeting in Erlangen, Germany — a powerful gathering of passionate, impact-driven teams from across more than 15 countries.
While we collaborate virtually throughout the year, coming together in person was a rare and energizing experience — one that allowed us to deepen relationships, align on strategy, and share insights to drive even greater impact.
What stood out most was the energy.
Every session was charged with focus, collaboration, and a shared urgency to move from ideas to action. Fast. The commitment in every room was clear — and deeply inspiring.
This gathering was more than just a meeting. It was a powerful reminder of what makes GoodVision different: a global community united in solving a challenge that still affects over 950 million people worldwide who lack access to glasses or basic eye care.
We return to Malawi recharged, motivated, and more committed than ever to our mission. This is not just a project — it’s a movement. And we’re proud to be part of it. 🇲🇼✨

💡 Reflections from Erlangen

Last week, GoodVision USA had the privilege of joining our global colleagues at the GoodVision Annual Meeting in Erlangen - a powerful gathering of impact-driven teams from across 15 countries.

While we collaborate virtually throughout the year, this in-person time was a unique opportunity to strengthen relationships, align on strategy, and accelerate progress toward our shared mission.

What stood out most was the energy. Every session was filled with sharp insights, openness, and a shared determination to move from ideas to action. Fast. Everyone came prepared, engaged, and deeply committed.

Thanks to the dedication of every team, the results were nothing short of inspiring. This meeting wasn’t just a touchpoint - it was proof of what makes GoodVision different: a global community united in solving a problem that affects more than 950 million people worldwide who lack access to glasses or basic eye care.

We’re proud to be part of this movement and even more motivated to keep pushing forward. 👓🌍

16/07/2025

🎉 104 Kataraktoperationen in Mzuzu und Nkhata Bay erfolgreich durchgeführt

In Zusammenarbeit mit dem Mzuzu Central Hospital und dem Nkhata Bay District Hospital haben wir 104 Menschen ihre Sehkraft zurückgegeben. Diese Operationen sind lebensverändernd – sie bringen Hoffnung, Würde und neue Chancen.

🔍 Katarakte sind die häufigste Ursache für Erblindung in Malawi, können aber durch gezielte medizinische Versorgung behandelt werden. Unser Programm unterstützt die Krankenhäuser finanziell und logistisch, um mehr Betroffene zu erreichen – auch durch Augencamps in Schulen und Gemeinden.

🤝 Wir arbeiten mit Fachärzten vor Ort zusammen, die die Eingriffe durchführen. Seit zwei Jahren setzen wir das Kataraktprogramm in Malawi um: der letzte Einsatz fand vom 11. bis 19. Juni in Mzuzu und vom 23. bis 27. Juni in Nkhatabay statt.

☀️ Gemeinsam geben wir mehr Menschen das Augenlicht zurück!

Malawi - GoodVision Glasses

11/07/2025

Not Just Any Glasses – The Right Fit Makes the Difference 👓
Wearing the wrong size glasses is like wearing the wrong size shoes — uncomfortable and harmful in the long run.

👎 Glasses that don’t fit properly can:

Slide off or press too hard on your nose

Cause headaches or eye strain

Make your vision feel blurry, even with the right lenses

👍 At GoodVision Malawi, we don’t just give you glasses — we adjust and fit them to your face, so they feel comfortable, stay in place, and help you see clearly.

Let’s make every pair count.

08/07/2025

🔎 Restoring Vision, Restoring Lives: Ibrahim’s Story
When eyesight fades, everyday tasks become a struggle — reading, working, connecting with others. But one simple pair of reading glasses can bring that all back.

Ibrahim used to rely on bright light just to see clearly. Now, with GoodVision glasses, he no longer has to strain. His confidence is back, and so is his independence.

This is the power of better vision.
Every pair of glasses we provide helps someone regain control, dignity, and joy in their daily life.