Empowering young entrepreneurs

We know the world of work can be tough for young people. Our monthly Tilimbise Nchito Zathu (“we build on our skills”) sessions provide additional career development support to our graduates. We were delighted to welcome Mapalo Lukashi (Entrepreneurship Programmes Associate) from BongoHive to one of our recent TNZ session. BongoHive is Zambia’s first technology and… Continue reading Empowering young entrepreneurs

Help us win a donation in the Discount Promo Codes Poll

This August 2023 you can help raise funds for Build It International without spending a penny, by casting your free vote in the Discount Promo Codes poll! Every month Discount Promo Codes offers three charities the chance to win a donation of 20% of their profits. They decide which charity to donate to by letting… Continue reading Help us win a donation in the Discount Promo Codes Poll

Start line in sight at Mwachisompola School!

Your generous support means plans are progressing at pace for new facilities at Mwachisompola Primary School. The construction of four new classrooms, including a dedicated computer room, and a latrine block will make an enormous difference to 500 pupils of this growing school in the Chibombo District of Zambia. Our community build projects are always… Continue reading Start line in sight at Mwachisompola School!

Top class tilers

Tiling is a skilled job. Learning to be a tiler opens up exciting opportunities for young people looking for work. Many people in Zambia tile their houses, rather than using carpets. As well as bathrooms, kitchens and patios, floors in living rooms and bedrooms are often tiled. All this means there are plenty of opportunities… Continue reading Top class tilers

Mwachisompola Primary School needs a hand UP!

Mwachispompola is a well organised, rural settlement, about an hour north of Zambia’s capital Lusaka. Since 2004, this community has been committed to providing an education for their children with very limited support from Government. Community leaders and parents recognise the power of education to create opportunities in a tough world. They have succeeded over… Continue reading Mwachisompola Primary School needs a hand UP!