About Austin
I'm Austin Madinga, a storyteller from Malawi - the land of the Lake of Stars. Through words and photography, I document and share stories about the beauty and diversity of Malawi and the wider African continent. I also explore business and investment opportunities in Malawi's growing tourism sector.
I have a love for nature — the stillness of the outdoors, the sounds of wildlife, and the hues of creation. The magnificent African sunrises and sunsets, the pleasures of fresh fruit and fish. Through my stories, I hope to give readers a window into this part of the world and inspire them to experience it for themselves.
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Through words and photographs, I document the destinations, people, and conservation efforts that make Malawi and the broader African continent extraordinary. I’ve been writing and photographing here since 2018. I have contributed to Mountain Magazine (UK), collaborated with Meekono, a marketplace for African lifestyle, artisanal and natural products, and presented talks on digital marketing at events such as the Takulandirani! Malawi International Tourism Expo.
How we can work together
I partner with tourism, conservation, cultural and development organisations and publications to develop editorial content that connects their work to their audiences.
I write and photograph destination stories for lodge websites and brochures, editorial narratives for travel publications, and conservation stories for NGOs. I also develop content strategies to help businesses and organisations understand what stories to tell, to whom, and why.
If you are looking for a storyteller who understands Malawi and the wider African tourism context from the inside, I’d welcome a conversation.
My creative studio, Project4, handles website design, brand identity, and publication design for commercial and non-profit clients. Visit thinkproject4.com.
Get in touch — let’s tell Africa’s stories together.