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At the heart of the construction site for the new Maternity and Child Health unit at Chisamba Rural Health Centre, is a group of dedicated young trainees building a brighter future for their community. Amongst them are Sarah and Dickson; two passionate individuals eager to learn new skills that will unlock career opportunities and transform… Continue reading Young trainees building brighter futures at Chisamba

By Mildred K. Mwakamui, Build It Corporate Engagement & Placement Coordinator Zambia is currently experiencing a severe energy crisis driven by drought. This has greatly reduced the country’s hydropower generation. With around 85% of our country’s electricity produced from hydropower, the low water levels in reservoirs, particularly at the Kariba Dam, has led to drastic… Continue reading Power crisis in Zambia: Challenges for the construction industry

It’s full steam ahead on the construction of the maternity and infant health unit at Chisamba Rural Health Centre. This new facility will serve as a vital lifeline for surrounding communities. We worked in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, clinic staff and patients to develop a bespoke design that is accessible, efficient and comfortable.… Continue reading New maternity unit taking shape at Chisamba

We are delighted to announce that Build It graduate Dalitso Zulu earned first place in the Tiling competition at the WorldSkills Zambia National Selection Competition (15 – 18 July 2024). This achievement is a fantastic recognition of Dalitso’s skills and dedication. Dalitso enrolled onto Build It’s entry-level Tiling course in 2021. He embraced every learning… Continue reading Build It tiling graduate a cut above the rest at WorldSkills Zambia National Selection Competition

We were thrilled to celebrate the official handover of new classrooms and latrine blocks at Mwachisompola Primary School. This achievement marks a new chapter for students and staff at this busy rural school just north of Lusaka. The ceremony was full of joy, showcasing the teamwork and dedication that made this project happen. We were… Continue reading Building futures: Celebrations at Mwachisompola Primary School

The inaugural YPB Run Club event was a great success! Organised by our dynamic Young Professionals Board, it was fantastic to see the support and enthusiasm from everyone who donned their trainers, made donations and gave us a social media shout-out. As YPB member Philippos Pouroullis commented: “London’s Regent’s Park transformed into a vibrant tapestry… Continue reading Pounding the pavement for purpose

Zambia has a young and dynamic population. However, the country faces significant challenges in equipping young people with relevant skills and creating job opportunities. The construction sector, a substantial contributor to Zambia’s GDP, is in desperate need of more skilled workers which presents exciting opportunities for young people. The WorldSkills Africa competition will be held… Continue reading Welcoming World Skills Zambia

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ A special invitation from our Young Professionals Board: Join Build It’s YPB on 15 June 2024, at 10:30am in Regent’s Park, London for a chilled 5 or 10k Run Club. Followed by some drinks – coffee or beer, depending on how you are feeling! Great chance to connect with people in the sun, and… Continue reading Sprint for good! Build It’s YPB goes running