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Empowering Zimbabwean Youth through Digital Skills: SOS Children’s Villages, Learnio, and Bosch Collaboration
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Empowering Zimbabwean Youth through Digital Skills: SOS Children’s Villages, Learnio, and Bosch Collaboration

In an era where digital skills are essential for employment and entrepreneurship. SOS Children’s Villages Zimbabwe, in partnership with Learnio and Bosch, has taken a significant step in bridging the digital divide. Through an innovative ICT training program, young Zimbabweans are gaining valuable skills in web design and development, and digital marketing. Ensuring the youth...

Bridging the Digital Divide: Tongogara Secondary School’s Journey to ICT Empowerment
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Bridging the Digital Divide: Tongogara Secondary School’s Journey to ICT Empowerment

Located in Ward 4 of Hwedza District, Tongogara Secondary School had long struggled with outdated resources and limited access to modern education tools. For years, students relied on old textbooks, and teachers found it difficult to keep up with an evolving digital world. But everything changed when the SOS Children’s Villages Family Strengthening Program (SOSCVFSP)...

Clean Water, Brighter Future: Poland-Funded Solar Water Scheme Transforms Fair Adventure Primary School
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Clean Water, Brighter Future: Poland-Funded Solar Water Scheme Transforms Fair Adventure Primary School

Fair Adventure Primary School in Ward 2 of Hwedza District struggled with persistent water shortages that impacted hygiene, gardening, and the school feeding program. With 280 learners, both students and teachers had to fetch water from distant and often unsafe sources, affecting education and health. In 2024, the SOS Children’s Villages Family Strengthening Program (SOSCVFSP)...

Celebrating New Beginnings at the Glen Avlin Handover Ceremony
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Celebrating New Beginnings at the Glen Avlin Handover Ceremony

On a day filled with heartfelt gratitude and celebration, SOS Children’s Villages hosted the Glen Avlin Handover Ceremony at their Bindura location, marking the completion of a significant relocation project for young beneficiaries. The event, attended by esteemed guests, highlighted the spirit of resilience, teamwork, and commitment that has been instrumental in making the Glen...

Shining Light into the Darkness: Siphilisiwe’s Story
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Shining Light into the Darkness: Siphilisiwe’s Story

SOS Children’s Villages in Zimbabwe has brought hope and stability to countless children in need, giving them a safe place to grow, thrive, and dream. Siphilisiwe Sibanda’s story is a beautiful testament to the life-changing impact of this support and love. Siphilisiwe grew up in Zimbabwe with her parents and six siblings. As the sixth...

Transforming Care, Transforming Lives: A New Era at Gotora Clinic
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Transforming Care, Transforming Lives: A New Era at Gotora Clinic

Located in Ward 4, Hwedza, Gotora/Skimpton Clinic has long been a cornerstone of maternal care in this resettlement area. Since its official opening in 2008, the clinic has served countless mothers, providing essential antenatal, delivery, and post-natal care. However, the conditions were far from ideal. The absence of a dedicated antenatal unit forced expectant mothers...

Chiraramo Primary School Piggery Project
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Chiraramo Primary School Piggery Project

In a heartwarming testament to the power of community-driven initiatives, Chiraramo Primary School has become a beacon of hope and empowerment, thanks to the support of SOS Children’s Villages Zimbabwe Family Strengthening Program (SOS CVZ FSP). The school, nestled in a rural part of Zimbabwe, has successfully harnessed the potential of a piggery project to...

Mahlothova Secondary Students Form CPC to Champion Children’s Rights
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Mahlothova Secondary Students Form CPC to Champion Children’s Rights

At Mahlothova Secondary School, nestled in Ward 9 in Umguza, a remarkable initiative began to take shape, driven by the passion and dedication of its students. The school’s dynamic and diverse student body recognized a pressing need in their community—a need for increased awareness and protection of children’s rights. This recognition spurred a group of...

The Inspiring Journey of Ilima Savings Group
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The Inspiring Journey of Ilima Savings Group

In Ward 9 of Umguza, Bulawayo, a remarkable transformation has been taking place since September 2023. The Ilima Savings Group, comprising 18 dedicated men and women, embarked on a journey to financial empowerment and community development with the support of SOS Children’s Villages’ Family Strengthening Program. The group, which began with each member contributing a...

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