Stories

Stories of hope that will make you smile this Christmas
December 5, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Stories of hope that will make you smile this Christmas

With everything bad that has been going on this year, we would like to present stories of hope to bring a smile on your face and show you that not everything is going in the wrong direction. We encountered many inspiring stories during our work. Stories of people who overcame obstacles and managed to stand on their own feet. Stories of people who have persevered during difficult times and motivate others to take life into their own hands. Now we would like you to meet them too.

Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, Lubuto Savings Group empowers young Zambians towards a brighter future
November 27, 2023 News

Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, Lubuto Savings Group empowers young Zambians towards a brighter future

In the remote Nchelenge district of Luapula province in Zambia, Caritas Czech Republic has formed the Lubuto Savings Group with the support of the Financial Sector Deepening. One of the group's members is George Mwamba, a determined young man who dreams of pursuing higher education and becoming an engineer. By joining the group, George wants to save enough money to attend tertiary school and gain the skills needed for a successful future.

I want to inspire other girls and refugees, says Gloria, a refugee who got into university in Zambia thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
November 27, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

I want to inspire other girls and refugees, says Gloria, a refugee who got into university in Zambia thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

25-year-old Gloria, a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo living in Zambia, had lost all hope to pursue a higher education until she received the news that she was selected for the DAFI scholarship for refugees. She is now a thriving bachelor's student in communication at the Cavendish University and wants to inspire other girls and refugees with her resilience. We spoke to Gloria in Lusaka, where she told us her story. 

We immensely appreciate the award, says Jiří Škvor from Caritas Czech Republic on receiving the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic
November 16, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

We immensely appreciate the award, says Jiří Škvor from Caritas Czech Republic on receiving the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic

On the 17th of November, Caritas Czech Republic will receive the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, Jan Lipavský. This exceptional recognition is awarded to personalities and organisations that have significantly contributed to the development of foreign relations between the Czech Republic and other countries. In the following interview, Jiří Škvor, Head of the Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation Department, explains what this award means to Caritas Czech Republic and tells us more about the organisation’s work around the world.

Supporting home gardens and small-scale livestock farming in the Meheba refugee settlement in Zambia
November 15, 2023 News

Supporting home gardens and small-scale livestock farming in the Meheba refugee settlement in Zambia

Caritas Czech Republic in Zambia supports over 100 farmers in the Meheba refugee settlement to establish home gardens and raise small livestock. This initiative has provided a source of livelihood for individuals such as Nzoyihera Janvierz, Makuya Kasanga, Maliti Chingi, Jacqueline Nindorera, and Rabbeca Cimpaye who shared their stories with us.