It all started in 1984, in the course of the final stage of a youth group programme in Balaka Parish. After attending different stages or levels of formation in Christian Youth Groups, the youth thought of asking the Parish Priest to share with them some of the activities experienced by the youth in Europe, especially in Italy.

He suggested a few, and the boys opted for one called "Family Development Project". Initially, the group accommodated only some school drop-outs from Std 8 –From 2, because it was believed that those who passed Form 4 could easily get an employment.

Later on the name was changed into Andiamo Co-operative Society. Usually in a co-operative the owners contribute either financially or materially. But in this case, things functioned differently: the youth were the contributors. The development and sustainability of the co-operative depended on the dedication, professional skills, abilities and capabilities of its members.

On July 1st 1999, Andiamo, through the National Youth Council of Malawi, was officially recognised by the Government, receiving its certification under the name of "Andiamo Youth Co-operative".

On May 30th 2006, Andiamo was registered under the "Trustees Incorporation Act", consequently becoming "Andiamo Youth Co-operative Trust".