Build It International is delighted to announce the appointment of Tum Kazunga as its new Chief Executive Officer from 4 September 2023. Tum will take over from Andrew Jowett, co-founder and CEO since 2007. The charity is a leading provider of high-quality vocational skills training to disadvantaged young men and women in Zambia, allowing them… Continue reading Build It International appoints new Chief Executive
This celebration was totally different to the opening of Zambezi Sawmills school, however it was equally spectacular! Crowds of people from the local community came along to join in the celebrations. A local theatre group performed traditional Zambian dances and songs. The group also acted out sketches which demonstrated how expectant mothers who were previously… Continue reading Libuyu Urban Health Centre and Maternity Unit opening ceremony
The Build It team was proud to be in attendance at this special event last Thursday. We were joined by Mr Charles Miyoba, the District Education Board Secretary for Livingstone. Mr Miyoba was extremely impressed with the new facilities, and urged the community to “…look after this gift”.  The school children put on quite a… Continue reading Zambezi Sawmills School opening celebrations
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!
On #InternationalWomensDay2023 we recognise the incredible role that women play throughout Build It International as we strive to deliver our mission of bringing life changing opportunities to young women and men in Zambia. Sexism and prejudice is rife in the construction sector in Zambia – just another challenge for the hundreds of young women who have… Continue reading International Women’s Day #Embrace Equity
We are proud to share that the keys to four fabulous new classrooms have been handed over to the School’s Head, Mrs Balita Tembo Zulu by Ian our Project Manager. This took place soon after the building was being inspected and signed off by the District Education Authorities (DEBS). The official opening ceremony will take… Continue reading Zambezi Sawmills February Update
After a short break for Christmas, we recently welcomed two new cohorts of trainees to our Centre For Excellence, just outside Lusaka. The young men and women of Cohort #90 have enrolled in our entry level brick/blocklaying course. This marks the first course in partnership with the Zambian Government (TEVETA). Cohort #91 are completing our… Continue reading Responding To Employer Demands
Thursday 18th May 2022 1pm- 4pm Join us for an expert “African themed” guided tour of this unique historical garden in the heart of London. The Garden’s location feels special and secret. Nestled behind walls and positioned close to the River Thames, it’s unique microclimate and location has allowed the gardeners to grow plants not… Continue reading A Tour of Chelsea Physic Garden May 18th
Construction is traditionally seen as work for men – especially at the Trades level. Being a woman in this industry is not easy. With serious issues such as gender stereotyping, discrimination, sexual harassment and unequal access to opportunities, it is no surprise that the industry remains male dominated. This is an important issue for Build It… Continue reading Hand Up For Women In Construction: Hybrid Panel Discussion 29th March
Fifteen years ago, I handed in my notice at Harvest Help and took up a part-time position as CEO of Build It International. I was part of a group of four development professionals who had spent the past 18 months developing the idea. I definitely made a very good decision! With your help, we have… Continue reading The Next Chapter – Message from the CEO
