Supporting Paragliding in Malawi, Africa

KEEN Ambassador Nick Greece is all about combining work with having the time of your life. That’s why it’s no surprise that what started out as a paragliding trip to Malawi became a call to action for Nick and some fellow members of the Cloudbase Foundation, a non-profit organization made up of paraglider and hang-glider pilots who are committed to giving back to the communities where they fly. Nick saw the beauty that is Malawi’s landscape first hand, and he knows from experience that areas with such picturesque terrain often make the best spots for adventure tourism. The only problem was that there wasn’t anyone in Malawi to pilot the tandem paragliders that could attract travelers to the area. Two years later, that is no longer the case. This year Nick and his team will be training the first Malawian pilots from the surrounding community in the art of tandem flying. These Malawian pilots will then be able to provide income that will not only support their families, but also sustain local economies. Thanks to Nick’s trip two years ago, Malawi isn’t just getting back on its feet, it’s learning to fly.