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The empowerment of communities through access to training, micro-finance and the strengthening of community self-management capacities is central to the mission of the Zalala Foundation. Access to an adequate supply of clean water is also a high priority.

Water for the school and the community

In early 2024, the Zalala Foundation was contacted by Blue Forest, a Dubai-based company committed to the protection and restoration of mangrove forests around the world. The current focus is on the Zambezia coast, which has lost many of its mangroves in recent years and is at risk of losing more if no action is taken. In order to win the trust and cooperation of local communities, the company has been working with Impact Adventures of the last few years, providing families with an opportunity to give to local communities in Africa, whilst at the same time making links with them through working together and sharing over a a number of days.

Jointly with the Zalala Foundation, a borehole construction project providing a plentiful supply of clean, drinking water close to the school and the community was agreed.

Ten families with children aged from 5 upwards spent a total of 5 days to complete the final stages of the water system  – comprising a solar-powered water tower and borehole.

A large boat, in addition to the Foundation boat, was hired to transport the group across the river to the Island.

Upon arrival, they were met by the joyous songs of the children and led to the construction site.

The group leaders then organised the work groups according to their age, skills and abilities.

The Zalala Foundation also organised field trips in the community for those interested to learn about the lives of local people. Some spent time with women farmers and helped to sprinkle maize.

Others visited the salt pans.

On the last day, the job was completed and water poured from the taps bringing laughter and joy to adults and children alike.

At the inauguration ceremony, the community expressed their thanks and appreciation. In addition, families handed over gifts brought from Dubai for the children, including footballs and football kits.

Before leaving, mangrove seedlings were distributed to members of the group and community and these were planted to mark the launch of the mangrove reforestation component of the project, which is planned to commence before the end of 2024.