Stories from the land of the lake of stars

Welcome to Austin Madinga's LifeUnbound Blog!

I am an explorer and storyteller from Malawi, the land of the lake of stars. Through words and photography, I document and tell stories about the beauty and awesomeness of Malawi, the African continent and her diverse people.

Dive into the stories below to explore the stunning landscapes, vibrant cultures, and captivating stories that make this continent so special. Come along on this journey with me!

Panoramic beauty on Zomba Plateau

Exploring the beauty and tranquillity of Zomba Plateau and the panoramic views of the lush pine forest.

Soaking up the serenity of Lake Malawi

Experience the crystal-clear waters, stunning landscapes and captivating sunsets on Lake Malawi, the Lake of Stars.

Deforestation’s toll on Malawi’s water supplies

Illegal charcoal production in Dzalanyama and Zomba forests threatens vital water supplies to Lilongwe and Zomba cities.

Urban nature: Exploring Lilongwe Wildlife Centre

Exploring the Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, a 70-hectare forested nature reserve in the heart of Malawi’s capital city.

Joma Adventure Lodge: Your Lake Malawi escape

Joma Adventure Lodge, an eight-roomed property in Leopard Bay in Salima on the shores of Lake Malawi, promises its guests rest and serenity.

Unforgettable Malawi

The Business of Tourism

Tourism master plan and secondary cities

Progress on the Malawi Tourism Development Master Plan and the Malawi Secondary Cities Project

The value of tourism to Malawi

Tourism Minister Vera Kamtukule on raising the national consciousness on the value of tourism to Malawi.

Shorter work week: A win for domestic tourism

We should consider moving national holidays to create more long weekends

Tourism

Environment

Photo stories

Food

I am interested in working on immersive storytelling projects that expand the African narrative around tourism, travel, local conservation efforts and the continent's people and culture.

I would love to partner with tourism boards, hospitality brands, destination marketers, and anyone passionate about showcasing the authentic beauty and richness of Africa. Let's connect and create something amazing!

Adventures

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