World Vision Zambia Board Launches Timange Legacy Project
Despite progress in recent years, Zambia continues to face significant challenges in providing quality education. One of the most pressing issues is the limited educational infrastructure in rural areas. Many schools operate in dilapidated buildings that are unsafe, overcrowded, and lack basic facilities such as clean water, sanitation, and learning materials. These conditions hinder effective teaching and learning, discourage attendance, especially among vulnerable children, and ultimately compromise their future prospects.
Recognising these critical challenges, the Board of Directors of World Vision Zambia has launched the Timange Legacy Project, a transformative initiative designed to address these infrastructure deficits and create a foundation for sustainable development. The project’s primary focus is to build safe, dignified, and inspiring learning environments.
The inaugural phase targets raising $50,000 (K1,133,713 Zambian Kwacha) for Situnga Primary School in Western Province, a school where over 400 pupils currently learn in unsafe, overcrowded classrooms that hinder effective teaching and learning. By focusing on such areas, the project aims to provide equitable access to quality education and foster a conducive environment for children to thrive.
The launch event on October 31, 2025, attracted diverse stakeholders, including government officials, community leaders, development partners, and donors.
World Vision Zambia Board Chairperson, Ms. Mabel Mung’omba, emphasised the importance of this initiative in tackling the root causes of educational disparities.
“The challenges we face are immense, but they are not insurmountable,” she said. “The Timange Legacy Project is our response, a bold step towards ensuring that every child, regardless of their location, has access to safe, quality educational facilities.”
What makes the Timange Legacy Project unique is its holistic approach. It not only prioritises innovative and environmentally sustainable construction techniques but also promotes community involvement and capacity building. The project aims to empower local communities to maintain and manage the facilities long-term, ensuring that the benefits are sustainable and far-reaching.
And the Minister of Technology and Science, Honourable Felix Mutati, praised World Vision Zambia’s commitment to addressing these challenges.
“This project exemplifies the kind of innovative solutions needed to overcome Zambia’s educational infrastructure deficits,” he stated. “It is an investment not just in buildings, but in the future of our children and our nation.”
Marc Nosbach, the National Director of World Vision Zambia, highlighted that the initiative is more than just construction; it is about fostering hope, resilience, and community transformation.
“Today, we begin a journey to change lives,” he said. “By providing safe and inspiring learning spaces, we are unlocking the potential of Zambia’s children and empowering communities to build a brighter future.”
The launch successfully raised K395,000, ($17,400 USD) marking a crucial first step towards realising the project’s goals. These funds will support the construction of the first phase at Situnga School and serve as a catalyst for further donations and partnerships.
The Timange Legacy Project stands out as a source of hope and a model for innovative, community-centred development. Its focus on improving educational infrastructure addresses a fundamental barrier to learning and paves the way for lifelong benefits.