Pupils from Katuba thank Build It Supporters

Pupils have written letters to thank everyone who has supported their new school. 20 trainee builders selected from the local community are constructing a new classroom, latrine, teachers’ house and water pump in remote Katuba community. Over 135 pupils are currently enrolled at the school. The building currently used as a classroom is not adequate… Continue reading Pupils from Katuba thank Build It Supporters

Katuba has clean water for the first time

A new water pump has been installed in the remote community of Katuba. This is the first time that the community with over 1,000 people have had access to a clean and safe water source. [divider] [divider] Installing a new water pump can bring life changing benefits, clean water reduces the risk of getting water-related… Continue reading Katuba has clean water for the first time

Rammed earth house to be built at Katuba

Build It International are building a rammed earth house so that a qualified teacher can move into the remote community. [divider] [divider] Rammed earth is a traditional building which does not use concrete. Walls are constructed by compacting earth in-between wooden panels, compressing layer upon layer and creating a solid earth wall. [divider] Build It… Continue reading Rammed earth house to be built at Katuba

Work at Katuba Community School Kicks Off

20 new trainees have begun to construct a new classroom block, teachers’ house and latrine in Katuba, a remote Zambian community. 12 men and 8 women have been selected from the local community and have completed a ten day intensive basic training course. They will learn construction skills on the job as they build a… Continue reading Work at Katuba Community School Kicks Off