who we are
About COGH
Centre of Good Hope (COGH) is a non-governmental organization based in Chilomoni, Blantyre, dedicated to equipping young people with practical skills for economic participation and self-reliance. Established in 2015 from Souls for Jesus Ministries International, COGH operates as an inclusive and independent entity, serving youth without discrimination.
Through vocational training in tailoring, bricklaying, welding, fabrication, and media, alongside sports, social services, and disaster relief programs, COGH has trained over 300 youth, supported more than 50 to complete secondary education, contributed to the establishment of Graso High School, and promoted local talent and community resilience.
COGH exists to address youth unemployment and skills gaps in Malawi by providing accessible, relevant training that aligns with national development priorities, including Malawi Vision 2063. Its mission is straightforward: empower youth, strengthen communities, and contribute meaningfully to socioeconomic growth.
Our mission
We are committed to training youths in a range of marketable skills and supporting communities by providing a conducive skills-development environment that enhances the empowerment and improvement of the well-being of communities.
Our vision
We envision skilled and self-reliant youths who can uplift their well-being, and good citizens equipped to contribute towards socio-economic growth in their communities and country.
Our Goal
To promote youth economic empowerment in communities through vocational training, music and media, social service provision, and relief support to enhance youths’ employability, support their personal development, and encourage active citizenship.
What we Do
Our Objectives
Our Values
- Youth participation and program implementation in the best interest of the youth
- Non-discrimination based on age, sex, marital status, culture, religion, ethnicity, disability, and other vulnerabilities including HIV status
- Respect for individual human dignity, culture, democracy, human rights, and rule of law; elders and others, people’s beliefs and views, one’s cultural values
- Respect for the rights of young people as provided for in the Republican Constitution
- Respect for gender equality and equity of opportunities
- Regard for the environment for sustainable development
- Promotion of unity and discipline
- Promotion of self-development and education (including vocational and tertiary education)
- Commitment of organization members
- Partnerships with relevant organizations in supporting implementation of strategic plan
Our Key Programmes
Vocational Training
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Music and Media
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Social Service
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Charity and Relief
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Sports and Entertainment
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Vocational Training
Music and Media
Social Service
Charity and Relief
Sports and Entertainment
What we Do
Our Team
Gift Sozela
Director
Gift Sozela is the Director of the Centre of Good Hope and a seasoned missionary serving in Malawi and Mozambique. With a background in Missions from Iso-Kirja Bible School in Finland and a qualification in Media and Arts from North Karelia College, Gift brings together leadership, communication, and creative strategy to strengthen churches and mentor emerging leaders.
Raised in challenging circumstances, he developed resilience, discipline, and a deep commitment to transformation. His experience spans media production, logistics, community leadership, and cross-cultural ministry across Africa and Europe. He has served in national media platforms including TV7, TV2, and OI FM, and has led multicultural worship teams in Finland.
Gift currently serves as Board Chairman of Libenzell Malawi and Executive Leader of Souls for Jesus Ministries. Through the Centre of Good Hope, he is dedicated to empowering youth, equipping leaders, and building sustainable faith-based communities.
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