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Supporting Education Through Nutrition
SERVE’s Feeding Programme in Mazabuka, Zambia
Background: A Community in Crisis
In Mazabuka, Zambia, long droughts have left many families struggling. With little food available, children often go to school hungry—or not at all. Hunger affects their ability to focus, stay awake, and perform well in class.
To help address this urgent problem, SERVE partnered with Assumption Parish. Together, they launched a Child Feeding Programme in three schools:
Luyobolola Basic School
St. Patrick’s Secondary School
Flamboyant Special School
How the Programme Works
With €3,300 in funding, SERVE provided meals to students over a three-month period. Each school day, children received at least one nutritious meal.
The programme was overseen by Milimo Muchanga, SERVE’s Partner Liaison. The goal was simple: reduce hunger, boost learning, and improve school attendance.
Fuel for the Future: Supporting Students Through School Feeding Programmes
SERVE Volunteers Help Plant Thriving Banana Plantation in Mazabuka, Zambia
Real Results, Real Impact
The impact was clear and immediate:
100% attendance at St. Patrick’s Secondary School for an entire term
Higher test scores, especially in Grades 9 and 12
Better focus and energy during lessons
Improved student health and well-being
Support for families, as some students took leftover food home
Stronger community bonds, thanks to shared mealtimes
A parent from Flamboyant Special School shared, “This programme has been a blessing. It’s not just about food; it’s about giving our children hope and a future.”
How You Can Help
You can support SERVE’s work in Mazabuka:
Purchase a Solidarity Gift of Essential Supplies: Your gift will provide vital resources to communities in need.
Set Up a Monthly Donation: A recurring donation helps SERVE continue life-changing programmes like this one.
