A Mission Story: From Malawi to Italy

Today we are highlighting a very raw and real and sobering reality of mission work.

After being forced to flee Malawi, the Magambi family made a painful decision to move from the place they had called home for 21 years—a place that had embraced him as a young refugee, and where their family built a life dedicated to defending the rights of refugees.

Despite increasing threats and constant fear for their family's safety, they remained committed to their calling and mission. The departure from Malawi felt like a betrayal, but time revealed that the struggle for justice was part of a larger purpose beyond their own efforts.

"I often wonder what makes compassion so dangerous? I carry no crown, no riches, no influence, just the scars and strength of someone raised in refugee camps. I was once the one in need, and kindness found me. That memory is what drives me to give back."
- Innocent Magambi

After living in Italy now for a little over a year, the Magambi family continues advocating for refugee rights through Inua Advocacy, believing for justice in Malawi. Though they no longer serve on the ground, but their voice remains active, and their faith sustains their hope for a future where refugees are treated with dignity. They draw strength from the continued compassion of Malawians, trusting that God's grace and guidance will lead to lasting change.

Their story reminds us of Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 4:8-9;17-18 that says:

"We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed...For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal."

We are honored to have the Magambis in our Links Family, and we will continue to stand with them in prayer as they pursue justice and advocate around the world for the rights of refugees.

You can read more about their story on Innocent's Blog, or learn more about their family and support the work of Inua on our Links website.