September 2023

Program sponsored by Ron Herman through the creation of 775 garments made from cotton cultivated by 85 smallholder farmers.

Program package

Solar lighting kit and other items at four schools of the area

Funding

$ 1 400

Location

Mumbwa, Central Province (Nguzu, Shichibwa)

Return programs

Each farmer received essential goods, including 5 kg of HEPS – a high-energy protein supplement made from pre-cooked maize, soya flour, sugar, vitamins, and minerals.

In addition, every farmer was given an agri-coupon to support the purchase of seeds and fertilizers for the upcoming farming season.

Daily life essentials

Received by the 4 schools of the community, the solar battery kit provides reliable, renewable energy, ensuring that classrooms and community spaces remain lit for up to 28 hours. In addition to powering lights, the kit allows users to charge mobile phones.

Solar battery kit

Garments

Garments from the Spring-Summer 2023 collection supported the program.