In the heart of the Madziwa community, a quiet revolution is taking place. The Madziwa Youth Friendly Centre, once a modest gathering place, has transformed into a beacon of hope and opportunity for young people in the area. Thanks to the support from SOS Children’s Villages Zimbabwe Family Strengthening Program (SOS CVZ FSP), the centre...
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...
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...
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...
In the heart of Hwedza ward four, a small rural community in Zimbabwe, a group of women had gathered to share their excitement and achievements. They had been trained in financial literacy through the Village Savings and Lending Association (VSLA) program by SOS Children’s Villages Family Strengthening Program (SOSCV FSP), and the impact is evident....
At SOS Children’s Villages in Zimbabwe Waterfalls Family Strengthening Program, we believe that every child deserves access to a safe and healthy environment, both in and out of the classroom. That’s why we’re committed to improving sanitation and hygiene practices in communities across Zimbabwe. Recently, our team has been working with Tongogara Primary school in...
SOS Children’s Villages Zimbabwe is dedicated to providing support and resources to vulnerable children and families in our community. Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting a group of visitors from SOS Norway and Espira, who came to see firsthand the impact of our work. The visit was a timely reminder of the importance of...
In the northern constituency of Hwedza, the lack of access to clean water and proper sanitation facilities was a major issue. Dendende Primary School, in particular, faced challenges as fewer than two in every five children had a toilet at home, and the school itself was in poor condition with inadequate sanitation facilities. This posed...
