10/05/2026
MZGM MAKES A DONATION TO PROVIDENCE HOME ❤️
On May 9th, 2026, the Make Zambia Great Movement, with support from the IAYSP Zambia and Students for Peace and the The Young Boy Awake , orchestrated a profoundly moving outreach to Providence Home, a Catholic care facility nestled in Makeni in the heart of Lusaka, dedicated to children with special needs.
This visit was more than a singular event; it embodied the essence of who we are as a movement—a testament that we are indeed stronger together when we choose to see and uplift each other. As we stepped onto the grounds of Providence Home, we were welcomed by the gentle, hopeful gaze of children, and the warm, steadfast dedication of the staff who, day after day, create a safe space for these young souls.
We arrived with carefully curated donations; groceries, fresh clothing, snacks, and basic toiletries yet, while these items were vital, they were only the beginning. What we truly brought was our presence, our time, and a deliberate compassion, an effort to remind these children that they are seen, that they are valued, and that they belong. We observed, with quiet respect, the ways the children expressed themselves, some through laughter, some through small gestures, a wave or a nod. We also sat with the staff, whose stories painted a picture of resilience, they spoke of daily battles: scarce resources, the need for specialized therapies, and the constant balancing act between care and sustainability. We were intentional in our approach; we remained mindful, ensuring we did not overwhelm the children, but simply offered quiet solidarity.
One staff member recounted how a young girl, usually shy and withdrawn, lit up with a small smile when we presented her with a soft toy—no grand spectacle, just a gentle reminder that she is not forgotten. These moments, so subtle, so fleeting, are the heartbeat of Ubuntu; “I am because we are.” In a world often fractured by isolation, this principle reminds us that we belong to one another, and we are called to lift the most vulnerable.
Our movement is not content with mere words; we believe that real change happens in the daily choices we make, in the small, deliberate acts of love. We thank every donor, every volunteer, every supporter, for joining us in this journey. We call on the wider community to walk with us, so we can build a future where no child is overlooked, no family is left unsupported, and where the guiding spirit of Ubuntu lights the path for a brighter, more inclusive Zambia.
Together, we will not only visit places like Providence Home, we will transform them, and in doing so, transform ourselves and our nation.
