Malawi is witnessing a new wave of amateur radio enthusiasm with the addition of several young, passionate operators. These operators, all hailing from Malawi, have recently obtained their 7Q callsigns, marking a significant step in their amateur radio journey. Here's a look at these promising young hams and their exciting progress:
7Q2MM - Mwabi
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Age: 17
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Status: New amateur radio operator
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Current Activity: Operating on SSB and digital modes, while studying Morse Code.
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Support: A big thank you to the HacDC Amateur Radio Club in Washington, DC for supporting Mwabi's licensing journey and covering the $50/year license fees.
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Call for Support: Mwabi encourages the community to support "Project Malawi" to help foster the growth of amateur radio in Malawi.
7Q8AC - Arnold Chawinga
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Current Focus: Active on 6m since October 2, 2024.
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Community Involvement: Arnold is teaching basic electronics and radio repair to local youngsters in Malawi, helping to grow the hobby and skills in his community.
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Status: A new amateur radio operator in Malawi.
7Q6UJ - Urgent Jere
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Age: 17
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Current Status: Passed his Technician exam in June 2024 and is now studying for his General Class license.
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Location: Embangweni, Malawi
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Learning: Studying Morse Code using the Morse Mania Android app.
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Background: Malawi does not have a national amateur radio exam system, so Urgent had to obtain a foreign license to get his 7Q callsign.
7Q4AM - Abraham Moyo
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Location: Embangweni, Malawi
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Background: Abraham was introduced to amateur radio by Don Jones (7Q6M). Like Urgent, he had to obtain a foreign license to be issued his 7Q callsign.
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Future Plans: Abraham is looking forward to getting his 7Q callsign soon and is also learning Morse Code.
7Q5BM - Blessings Msimuko
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Age: 16
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Current Status: Studying for his General Class license.
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Location: Embangweni, Malawi
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Background: As with other operators, Blessings had to obtain a foreign license to apply for a 7Q callsign.
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Exciting Opportunity: Blessings has been invited to attend the YOTA Camp in Prague, Czech Republic this August, thanks to the support of Don Jones (7Q6M/K6ZO) and the HacDC Amateur Radio Club.
Acknowledgments
This group of young and aspiring amateur radio operators in Malawi is part of a larger initiative to promote the hobby in the region. They have received support from various organizations and individuals, including the HacDC Amateur Radio Club in Washington, DC, which has played a key role in helping cover licensing fees and providing financial assistance for travel expenses.
The "Project Malawi" initiative is a testament to the power of community and the global amateur radio network, where experienced hams are helping nurture and support the next generation of operators in underserved regions like Malawi.
These operators are just the beginning of what promises to be a growing movement in Malawi. Their enthusiasm, supported by both local and international donors, will surely inspire many others to take up the hobby and further grow amateur radio in the country.
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