Help Provide Education to 300 Children in Need

1. Introduction

The Charity Centre for Children and Youth Development (CCCYD) continues its commitment to expanding quality, inclusive education for vulnerable and orphaned children in Solwezi District of Zambia. With the growing demand for digital skills, CCCYD has integrated ICT learning into its education program to ensure that children are not only school-ready, but also future-ready.

2. Number of Beneficiaries

During the reporting period, CCCYD provided education support to over 150 vulnerable children (boys and girls) from low-income households across Kimiteto, Mulemba, Kyawama and surrounding peri-urban communities in Solwezi District. These include children facing social and economic barriers such as poverty, single-parent households, teen-headed homes, and long distances to school.

3. Type of Education Support Provided

The support provided includes:

• Early childhood, primary and remedial learning support

• Basic literacy, numeracy and reading improvement

• Integration of ICT learning (computer literacy and digital awareness)

• Provision of learning materials (notebooks, pens, uniforms where available)

• Mentorship and life skills education through Glow Clubs and CCCYD mentors

• Safe learning environment within CCCYD community-based learning hubs

4. ICT Integration

In line with Zambia’s digital transformation agenda, CCCYD has now integrated basic ICT lessons into learning activities for children. Using donated laptops and solar-powered backup systems, learners are exposed to:

• Basic computer operations and internet awareness

• Typing, research skills and digital safety

• Educational digital platforms to enhance learning outcomes

This has particularly motivated girls to pursue STEM-related pathways, building confidence and early digital exposure.