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Livay from Zambia teaches his community how to save and manage money better
June 10, 2025 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Livay from Zambia teaches his community how to save and manage money better

Livay has become the leader of a so-called savings group, which enables people in remote parts of Zambia to save money collectively and later access a bank loan. First, Livay learned how to manage his finances through our training. After that, he started sharing his newly acquired knowledge with dozens of people in his community. The saved up money significantly helps people in Zambia on their journey towards a more fulfilling life. 

At 54, Jonathan is a successful farmer in Zambia, Caritas Czech Republic helped him to a better life
June 3, 2025 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

At 54, Jonathan is a successful farmer in Zambia, Caritas Czech Republic helped him to a better life

Jonathan fled to Zambia from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and was left completely on his own. Caritas Czech Republic helped him start a business and manage it effectively. Thanks to that, he became self-reliant. Today, he successfully raises chickens and ducks and leads a contented life. 

Bees - an unexpected tool in the fight against poverty
May 11, 2025 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Bees - an unexpected tool in the fight against poverty

Every year on 20th May we celebrate World Bee Day. The importance of bees for the ecosystem and the food industry has long been known. But these insects are also a source of work and livelihoods in developing regions. For example in refugee settlements in Zambia, where dozens of refugees have started to make a living from beekeeping thanks to Caritas Czech Republic.

How is Easter celebrated around the world: From Iraq through Ukraine to Zambia
April 15, 2025 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

How is Easter celebrated around the world: From Iraq through Ukraine to Zambia

Did you know that Easter is celebrated in Iraq? And that there's an egg fight in Moldova on Easter Sunday? Or that in Zambia they eat eggplant during this holiday? Our colleagues from different Caritas Czech Republic’s offices across the world share how Easter is celebrated in their countries. For example, by feasting in the cemetery.

Banza fled the conflict in DR Congo to Zambia and found a new beginning through hairdressing
March 8, 2025 News

Banza fled the conflict in DR Congo to Zambia and found a new beginning through hairdressing

Fleeing from conflict and starting anew in a foreign land is never easy. For Banza, a 33-year-old refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo, life took an unexpected turn when war forced her to leave behind everything she knew. Arriving in Zambia ten years ago, she hoped for stability, but new challenges awaited her. Thanks to the support from Caritas Czech Republic, Banza was able to turn her passion for hairdressing into a flourishing business.