Interviews

Caroline runs a successful poultry business in Zambia thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
May 28, 2024 News

Caroline runs a successful poultry business in Zambia thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

Poultry farming is one of the fastest-growing agricultural sectors in Zambia. Despite its growth potential, it still faces several challenges. From disease outbreaks, to limited access to quality feed and veterinary services, to inadequate infrastructure, which poses a challenge for many small-scale farmers entering the market. Like many others, Caroline faced these challenges in trying to set up her business. Thanks to our support, Caroline now successfully runs her own poultry business.

My dream of pursuing higher education became a reality, says Damien, a refugee in Zambia
May 13, 2024 News

My dream of pursuing higher education became a reality, says Damien, a refugee in Zambia

Damien, a refugee displaced by conflict from the Democratic Republic of Congo, faced significant barriers to accessing education due to the ongoing turmoil in his homeland. The conflict has not only disrupted educational infrastructure, but has also forced Damien and many others to flee their homes. Although Damien found safe haven in Zambia, access to education remained difficult for him as a refugee. Thanks to our support, Damien now has the opportunity to attend school in Zambia, where he can continue his education and build a brighter future.

Being a field worker is so fulfilling, says Clinton Fundulu from Zambia’s Meheba Refugee Settlement field office
December 5, 2023 News

Being a field worker is so fulfilling, says Clinton Fundulu from Zambia’s Meheba Refugee Settlement field office

We have been working in Zambia for the past ten years, supporting different communities across the country and making a positive impact on their lives. Our work mainly targets the vulnerable people living in remote parts of Zambia. Helping them are our colleagues, including Clinton Fundulu, who works in the Meheba refugee settlement as a field officer. In the following article, Clinton shares his experience of working in rural Zambia.

Our work in Zambia aligns with our global aim of alleviating poverty and promoting social justice, says Martina Havlíková, country director at Caritas Czech Republic in Zambia
October 31, 2023 News

Our work in Zambia aligns with our global aim of alleviating poverty and promoting social justice, says Martina Havlíková, country director at Caritas Czech Republic in Zambia

Caritas Czech Republic has marked a decade of impactful work in Zambia, celebrating numerous achievements and overcoming significant challenges. In an interview with Martina Havlíkova, the current country director, we discuss the organisation's accomplishments and the obstacles it has encountered along the way.

The DAFI scholarship programme is empowering refugees through education, says Deborah Kabambe Mapala
October 23, 2023 News

The DAFI scholarship programme is empowering refugees through education, says Deborah Kabambe Mapala

In a world grappling with the challenges of forced displacement and refugee crises, providing education opportunities to refugees is crucial in promoting their self-reliance, empowerment, and successful integration into host communities. One initiative that has been playing a vital role in this regard is the Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative (DAFI) scholarship programme. We spoke to Deborah Kabambe Mapala, our colleague in Lusaka, Zambia, about the DAFI scholarships and her journey with Caritas Czech Republic.