Misozi Mwale, widely known as Nyamwale, a 30-year-old woman from Mkanda, Mchinji, has navigated the highs and lows of life with determination and resilience.
Her journey began with an early marriage at the age of 14, which left her with two children and a difficult domestic life.
After enduring abuse and neglect from her husband, Nyamwale made the bold decision to return to school in 2014, despite having no financial support.
She studied an entire school term without paying fees until she received a scholarship from CAMFED, which allowed her to continue her education.
In 2016, she graduated as the highest performer at Takondwa Community Day Secondary School with 28 points.
In 2017, Nyamwale ventured into entrepreneurship, starting a small-scale business selling soap door-to-door. Over time, she expanded into commercial farming and opened a small grocery shop.
However, family responsibilities and pressure from relatives began to take a toll on her business. Seeking a new direction, she started selling second-hand duvets but found the business to be seasonal.
Always adaptable, Nyamwale shifted to the food market, selling rice, beans, groundnuts, and soybeans, which proved more viable as food is always in demand.
A friend encouraged her to consider a salaried job for financial security, leading her to apply for a teaching position.
She was accepted, but managing her business while training as a teacher became a challenge.
Though her business struggled during this period, Nyamwale’s entrepreneurial spirit remained strong.
In April this year, she received a business opportunity worth K200,000, reigniting her passion.
She now runs a food business at Area 44 Mwala Market, a venture she loves for its steady demand. As she puts it, “Everyone needs food every hour, every day.”
Nyamwale is not only a successful entrepreneur but also a qualified primary school teacher, patiently waiting for recruitment. Her story is a powerful testament to perseverance, resilience and adaptability.
