"Perfect Storm" Causing Global Healthcare Crisis
A "perfect storm" is wreaking havoc worldwide and it’s even more devastating for people living in poverty. Edinburgh-based international...
Blog & News
A round-up of the latest news and insights from EMMS International
Bright hope for tomorrow
Guest feature from Lord Jim Wallace of Tankerness, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland.
Storm Ana: From Crisis to Resilient Healthcare in Malawi
Tropical Cyclone Ana struck southern Malawi on 24 January with devastating effect. As of 10 February, 221,127 households (more than...
Mulanje Meets the Moderator: Virtual visit to Malawi
Last month, the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, Lord Jim Wallace, took a virtual visit to Mulanje Mission...
Euan's Go The Distance Challenge
Euan took on the Go the Distance Challenge in Scotland's glorious January weather.
Introducing Towera Vinkhumbo
Growing up and living in Blantyre, Malawi, Towera Vinkhumbo is now a national sporting icon and a role model to many aspiring athletes in...
Universal health coverage: Care for all, always
EMMS International has supported palliative care work in Malawi for several years. Jane Bates has written a guest blog post for this...
A Climate of Change for Girls
Dr Cathy Ratcliff, EMMS International CEO, reflects on how together we might create an environment where girls can thrive.
Madzi ndi moyo - Water is life
What is the minimum a mother might expect when she arrives at a clinic to give birth? That there is running water to ensure a clean, safe...
5 Ways Climate Change Affects Global Health
As attention turns to the COP26 meetings in Glasgow, the reality of climate change had been front of mind for millions long before it...