The Problem

The ZACTS School for Orphans and Vulnerable Children was established in 2012 by International Needs Zambia and currently provides educational support to more than 1,700 students. Although the school is fortunate to receive government aid for teacher salaries, school fees, and educational resources, it does not fully cover the operational expenses. What’s more, government assistance does not extend to covering the expenses required for providing daily meals, which presents a challenge in ensuring the children are nourished every day.

The Project

Since 2018, ZACTS School has been running a farm on its property to raise funds for the school’s operations and provide nutritious food for the students. They grow vegetables, raise chickens, and farm fish, and now they are preparing to raise pigs.

Currently, ZACTS has built the foundations and walls for the piggery and is seeking support to: install roofing, plumbing, and electrical systems; add fencing for security; and purchase pigs, feed, and medicine.