ORAP Zimbabwe

ORAP Zimbabwe Zimbabwean grassroots-based NGO with a mission of eradicating poverty. You can also follow ORAP on Twitter

The Organisation of Rural Associations for Progress is one of Zimbabwe's oldest and most effective community development organisations. ORAP works in partnership with rural communities in 5 provinces in Zimbabwe on a wide range of development issues including food supply, water sources, sanitation, education, agri-business, micro-finance [micro-credit], skills training, HIV/AIDS prevention and coping, agricultural development and community grant making.

20/08/2026

For communities, with communities. đź’š

We were honoured to be featured by NANGO during the Regional NGO EXPO & Winter School in Bulawayo.

ORAP’s story is a story of communities taking charge of their own development. From strengthening livelihoods and resilience to creating opportunities for women, men and youth, we continue to work towards a Zimbabwe where rural communities can thrive.

Thank you, NANGO, for giving us the opportunity to share our story and the work we do.

A CUP OF PORRIDGE. A FULLER DAY OF LEARNING. ❤️Every cup of fortified corn soya blend porridge carries more than nutriti...
13/08/2026

A CUP OF PORRIDGE. A FULLER DAY OF LEARNING. ❤️

Every cup of fortified corn soya blend porridge carries more than nutrition, it carries hope, energy and an opportunity to learn on a full tummy.

The Mary's Meals funded Schools Feeding Programme, implemented by ORAP with support from the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, is kept moving every day by our incredible community volunteers , the steam engine that keeps this everyday, always-on-time train running. 🥣

We know some of our learners have been counting down the days until they could enjoy their porridge at school again, we miss you too! ❤️

📍 JM Nkomo Primary School, Bubi District, Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe.



Bubi Rural District Council

PHAMBILI NGOZENZELE! 🏆Simangaliphi Ncube, one of ORAP’s Community Mobilisers in Hwange District, has done it yet again!H...
13/08/2026

PHAMBILI NGOZENZELE! 🏆

Simangaliphi Ncube, one of ORAP’s Community Mobilisers in Hwange District, has done it yet again!

Her success at the Matabeleland North Provincial Agricultural Show comes after outstanding performances at the zonal and district agricultural shows, where she also emerged among the top performers in various categories.

At the four-day provincial event, Simangaliphi continued her winning streak, taking top positions in Crafts, Poultry, Needlework and Horticulture. And that was not all, she also secured first position in the Farmer’s Hall.

Her prizes included a wheelbarrow, garden tools, pots, jojo tank, seeds, mesh wire, among others, valuable resources that will further support her livelihood activities.

Reflecting on her achievements, Simangaliphi thanked God for giving her the strength to work hard, be self-reliant and do things for herself rather than depend on others.

As an ORAP Community Mobiliser, Simangaliphi is leading by example. Her journey demonstrates that community mobilisation is not only about encouraging communities to embrace self-reliance, it is also about living the values we promote.

From zonal, to district, to provincial level, Simangaliphi’s achievements are a powerful example of what is possible when skills, determination and the spirit of Zenzele (self-reliance) come together.

Our Community Mobilisers lead from the front. They inspire by doing. They demonstrate that development starts with what we have, what we know and what we can do.

Phambili ngoZenzele, Simangaliphi! Siyaziqhenya ngawe👏🏽.

INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY 2026 🌍At ORAP, we believe young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow, they are change mak...
12/08/2026

INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY 2026 🌍

At ORAP, we believe young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow, they are change makers today. By investing in their education, nutrition, skills, technology, livelihoods and leadership, we empower young people to build resilient households and communities free from poverty in all its forms. When young people thrive, households thrive. When households thrive, communities thrive.

This International Youth Day, we celebrate and support young people as drivers of a stronger, more resilient and prosperous future.

Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.

Happy Heroes and Defense Forces holiday from us at ORAP. SIYAZIQHENYA NGANI!!!!!Enjoy responsibly.
10/08/2026

Happy Heroes and Defense Forces holiday from us at ORAP. SIYAZIQHENYA NGANI!!!!!

Enjoy responsibly.

This past weekend, ORAP participated in the NANGO Zimbabwe Regional NGO Expo & Winter School, held under the theme "Fort...
28/07/2026

This past weekend, ORAP participated in the NANGO Zimbabwe Regional NGO Expo & Winter School, held under the theme "Fortifying Inclusive Civic Spaces and Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships to Maximise Development Impact."

The Expo was a powerful reminder that the future of NGOs lies in building organisations that can thrive through strong governance, financial discipline, innovation, strategic communication, adaptive leadership, and meaningful partnerships. As the development landscape continues to evolve, one message stood out: only organisations that adapt will survive.

Events like the NANGO Expo provide an important platform for NGOs to learn, share experiences, strengthen partnerships, and explore sustainable solutions that will maximise development impact for the communities we serve.

We asked P Msebele , a volunteer cook and Feeding Committee member at Nono Primary School in Lupane District in Matabele...
22/07/2026

We asked P Msebele , a volunteer cook and Feeding Committee member at Nono Primary School in Lupane District in Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe why she decided to volunteer for the Schools Feeding Program and this is what she had to say.

"As a parent of five children, I understand the struggle that hunger brings to a family. When ORAP and Mary's Meals came to our school, I immediately understood the difference it would make, not only for my own children but for the whole community. I wanted to be part of something that would give children hope."

The Schools Feeding Program in Lupane, Umguza, Bubi and Nkayi is reaching over 97,445 learners, a number which is expected to go up with the number of returnee students from South Africa.

Mary's Meals Malawi Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education World Food Programme

A huge thank you to all our incredible sponsors for believing in the power of youth and demonstrating that sports develo...
16/07/2026

A huge thank you to all our incredible sponsors for believing in the power of youth and demonstrating that sports development is also a corporate priority.

Your partnership made the 9th edition of the ORAP Zenzele Isuzu Champions Cup (OZICC) a resounding success, creating opportunities, inspiring young talent, and changing lives through sport.

As we begin the journey towards the 10th edition of OZICC, we look forward to building on this legacy together. We hope we can count on your continued support as we make this milestone tournament our biggest and best yet.

Here's to empowering the next generation, together! ⚽🏆

Sustainable Roots Programme Promotes Better Nutrition in TsholotshoThe Sustainable Roots Programme recently facilitated ...
16/07/2026

Sustainable Roots Programme Promotes Better Nutrition in Tsholotsho

The Sustainable Roots Programme recently facilitated community dialogues on Food Habits, Consumption Patterns and Nutritional Benefits in Khumbula, Patalika, Mgomeni, Zibungululu and Dlamini villages in Tsholotsho District, Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe. These dialogues were attended by 207 participants (89 men and 118 women). Through a 24-hour dietary recall exercise, communities reflected on their eating habits and identified significant gaps in protein intake, particularly among young children whose diets were largely limited to porridge and inkobe (a mixture of maize, african peas, roundnuts & groundnuts), while many households relied largely on sadza and green leafy vegetables. The dialogues promoted the 4-Star Diet and encouraged greater consumption of locally available protein and micronutrient-rich foods to improve dietary diversity and support the nutritional needs of young children and women of reproductive age.

The dialogues form part of SRP's integrated approach to improving food and nutrition security by combining behaviour change with nutrition-sensitive agriculture and improved access to water. Together with ongoing agroecology initiatives, the programme is empowering communities to improve dietary diversity, adopt healthier eating practices, and build more resilient households.



Nutrition Action Zimbabwe CARE Zimbabwe Tsholotsho Rural District Council

Evidence drives impact. ORAP was proud to participate in the Baseline Results Presentation and Monitoring & Evaluation W...
15/07/2026

Evidence drives impact. ORAP was proud to participate in the Baseline Results Presentation and Monitoring & Evaluation Workshop for the Adaptation Fund Project, where partners came together to validate findings, strengthen collaboration and align implementation strategies for resilient communities and ecosystems.

Together, we're building a more climate-resilient Zimbabwe.



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