BORDA Zambia

Forging strategic partnerships to improve WASH We are delighted to announce a groundbreaking partnership between ourselves and the National Water Supply and Sanitation Council(NWASCO), marking a significant milestone in tackling Zambia's pressing Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) challenges. This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) underscores the power of collaboration in overcoming the escalating threats to water and sanitation access, exacerbated by the devastating drought. As emphasized by our Country Director, Amanda Mallaghan, effective partnerships among stakeholders are crucial for driving meaningful change in the WASH sector. We are deeply grateful to NWASCO for their commitment to this collaboration, which reflects our shared vision to support interventions that: - Improve WASH Services: Enhance school and institutional WASH services to ensure a healthier environment for students and communities. - Raise Awareness: Educate the public about critical WASH issues, promoting behavioral change and community engagement. - Strengthen Systems: Support system strengthening initiatives to improve the efficiency and sustainability of WASH services. - Document Progress: Record successes, lessons, and challenges to inform future interventions and improve sector performance. - Drought Response: Contribute to sector efforts in drought response, ensuring that WASH services are resilient and adaptable to climate-related challenges. This partnership is a testament to our shared commitment to addressing Zambia's WASH challenges. We look forward to working together to drive meaningful change and improve the lives of Zambian communities. BORDA - Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association Viva con Agua soulbottles • soulproducts GmbH Eddy Chikuta Prince Kapelembe 🚰David Dietz Eng. Angela Kapembwa Aubrey Simwambi Mpunga Chipepo-SimukwaiMandamu Mayowe Lusaka Water Security Initiative NGO WASH Forum Zambia

World Toilet Day... What does this day mean to you? November 19th marks World Toilet Day, a global call to action to address the pressing sanitation crisis and achieve Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6): sanitation for all by 2030. For BORDA Zambia, this is a day to remember, a day to act. And this year, we are delighted to be joining the rest of the world in remembering the important role that toilets play under the theme: Toilets - a place for peace. Our commitment remains strong as we, with our school-based sanitation approach continue to support the improvement of WASH infrastructure, strengthening institutional capacities, promoting good hygiene practices and behaviour and promoting evidence-based advocacy for improved financing of WASH in Zambia. BORDA - Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association Viva con Agua soulbottles • soulproducts GmbH Ngobi Ronald Amanda MallaghanDavid DietzKatharina BrunsGiri KhatriChristian WiebeEddy ChikutaLaura ScholzNGO WASH Forum Zambia

The 'Blue Flame' Witness the power of sustainable energy in action as the Adastra Primary and Secondary School in Choma harnesses the potential of biogas. A remarkable 'blue flame' burns brightly, fueled by the school's innovative DEWATS (Decentralized Wastewater Treatment System) that converts wastewater from the pupils' ablution block into clean energy. This groundbreaking initiative, part of our #LiveableCities Project, showcases a beacon of eco-friendly innovation, demonstrating how local solutions can transform waste into valuable resources, promoting a healthier environment, and empowering communities. Biogas is a renewable energy source primarily composed of methane (CH₄) and carbon dioxide (CO₂), with trace gases like hydrogen sulfide (H₂S). Produced by breaking down organic matter—such as manure, sewage, and food waste—in an anaerobic environment, biogas offers a sustainable energy solution to generate heat and electricity. A quick and easy test on the quality of biogas is by observing the color of the flame – the indicator being a ‘blue flame’. A blue flame when burning biogas indicates efficient combustion and high methane content. Methane burns with a clean, blue flame when there is sufficient oxygen, meaning that the gas is fully combusting and producing minimal soot or carbon monoxide. This is a desirable flame color as it shows that the biogas is providing maximum energy output while generating fewer pollutants. #Waste2Energy BORDA - Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) Eng. Angela Kapembwa Amanda Mallaghan David Dietz Aubrey Simwambi Chingeleshi Isaac GMICE

"𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝘆𝗴𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 - 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗼𝘆𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄" 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲! 📚🌸 For many young girls, navigating menstruation and puberty can be confusing and sometimes even shameful. To address these challenges, we created a practical, informative handbook that provides honest and straightforward answers to essential questions about menstrual health, covering key topics including Physical Changes during Puberty, the Female Reproductive System and Myths & Misconceptions around menstruation. By explaining how to manage menstruation and providing confidence-building tips, this handbook isn’t just for girls - it’s for boys too. We believe that fostering a supportive environment requires that everyone understands the basics of menstrual hygiene, breaking down myths and encouraging boys to be informed allies. 💞 With this handbook, we aim to empower girls to embrace their periods without shame and equip all learners with the knowledge they need to support each other. 🌸 We’ve also translated this handbook into Nyanja, Bemba, and Tonga. If you’d like a copy in one of these languages, just let us know! 🌍 📢 Help us change the conversation around menstrual hygiene by sharing this post. Let’s make knowledge about menstrual health available to everyone! BORDA - Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association Viva con Agua soulbottles • soulproducts GmbH Amanda Mallaghan Eddy Chikuta Teza Nampasa Prince Kapelembe 🚰 Margaret Zulu Ngobi Ronald Giri Khatri Jenniver Zulu Laura Scholz #MHM #MenstrualHygieneManagement #GirlEmpowerment #EducationForAll #Puberty #KnowledgeIsPower #Period #HygieneForAll #PeriodEducation #MenstrualHealth #PeriodPower #Africa #Zambia #Lusaka #WASHnsoul #BORDAZambia #soulbottles

𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 "𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗜 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗪𝗔𝗦𝗛 - 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝘆𝗴𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗲" 📖✨ WASH education is crucial for children’s health and dignity, especially in areas where clean water and sanitation access can be limited. Our visually engaging guide covers essential topics like 🚰 Safe & Clean Water, ♻️ Solid Waste Management or 🩸 Menstrual Hygiene Management to help young learners understand what WASH truly means and empower them with easy-to-follow tips for building lifelong healthy habits. To reach as many pupils as possible, we’ve also translated it into Nyanja, Bemba, and Tonga. If you’re interested in receiving a copy in one of these languages, feel free to reach out to us - we’d be happy to share it! 🌍 👀 And stay tuned! Tomorrow, we unveil our Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) Handbook - a must-have guide tackling everything from puberty to periods, designed for both girls and boys. Please share this post to help us make WASH education accessible and empower communities for a cleaner, healthier future! ✨ BORDA - Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association soulbottles • soulproducts GmbH Viva con Agua Eddy Chikuta Amanda Mallaghan Teza Nampasa Prince Kapelembe 🚰 Margaret Zulu Ngobi Ronald Giri Khatri Jenniver Zulu Laura Scholz #WASH #WaterSanitationHygiene #BORDA #BORDAZambia #EducationForAll #ThingsINeedToKnowAboutWASH #Zambia #Lusaka #WaterForAll #YouthEmpowerment #ShareTheKnowledge

Talking Walls Competition Update! 🌟 We are soo excited to finally share some of the incredible artworks submitted for our Talking Walls Competition! 🥁 The wait is almost over … Over the past few days, we’ve been going through the amazing artworks - and these pupils have truly impressed us! From thoughtful messages to vibrant, creative pieces, they’ve shown what WASH, menstrual hygiene and waste management mean to them. So much talent and creativity – who knows, these might just deserve a special spotlight … 👀 We can’t wait to share the artworks with you! Stay tuned – you won’t want to miss it! 💥 BORDA - Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association Viva con Agua soulbottles • soulproducts GmbH Amanda Mallaghan Eddy Chikuta Teza Nampasa Prince Kapelembe 🚰 Jenniver Zulu Laura Scholz #WASH #WaterSanitationHygiene #MHM #MenstrualHealthManagement #SolidWasteManagement #ArtCompetition #TalkingWalls #TalkingWallsCompetition #BORDA #BORDAZambia #YouthEmpowerment #art #WorkOfArt #YouthEmpowerment #WaterForAll #EducationForAll #Creativity #Talent #Zambia #Lusaka

Strengthening OSS & FSM Service Delivery Through Knowledge Exchange: Insights from Zambia’s Leading Commercial Utilities 💧   We are excited to share our Implementing OSS & FSM Knowledge Exchange report! This report presents the outcomes of a knowledge exchange workshop we held in Kabwe with four commercial utilities: Lusaka Water Supply and Sanitation Company (LWSC), Southern Water Supply and Sanitation Company (SWSC), Lukanga Water Supply and Sanitation Company Limited (LgWSC) and Eastern Water Supply and Sanitation Company (EWSC). Since 2018, Zambia’s commercial utilities have expanded their mandate to include on-site sanitation (OSS) and faecal sludge management (FSM), addressing the entire sanitation chain. While there has been progress, challenges remain in capacity, infrastructure, and operations. These gaps were addressed during our workshop, where the utilities shared experiences and lessons to improve and expand OSS & FSM services.    Explore the report for strategies and solutions for safer, more effective sanitation services! 💦 Amanda Mallaghan Eddy Chikuta Teza Nampasa Prince Kapelembe 🚰 Chingeleshi Isaac GMICE Aubrey Simwambi Eng. Angela Kapembwa Mulimba Chibiya Margaret Zulu Teza Nampasa Jenniver Zulu Laura Scholz BORDA - Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) #WASH #Sanitation #WaterSanitationHygiene #Zambia #Lusaka #OSS #FSM #OnSiteSanitation #FaecalSludgeManagement #LWSC #SWSC #LgWSC #EWSC #Report #BORDA #BMZ #LiveableCities #KnowledgeExchange #Workshop #CapacityBuilding #SustainableDevelopment

At Chakunkula Combined School, learning goes beyond the classroom! ✨ During their school assembly, Chakunkula’s Football4WASH ambassadors demonstrated a fun handwashing drill to 3000 learners, combining the joy of football with important hygiene practices. It’s always amazing to see how something as simple as washing hands turns into an engaging lesson, reinforcing the importance of health and hygiene.🧼 By using football to promote WASH, we’re equipping the pupils with skills that go far beyond the pitch - helping them live healthier lives and inspire positive change in their communities. 🍀 BORDA - Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association Viva con Agua soulbottles • soulproducts GmbH Eddy Chikuta Teza Nampasa Prince Kapelembe 🚰 Jenniver Zulu Laura Scholz #WASH #WaterSanitationHygiene #WASHeroes #WaterForAll #EducationForAll #Football #Football4WASH #F4W #FootballForWASH #Hygiene #Handwashing #GlobalHandwashingDay #GHD24 #sustainability #sanitation #WASHinSchools #WinS #Zambia #Lusaka #YouthEmpowerment

Today, we celebrated #GlobalHandwashingDay 💧🌍 with a memorable event at Kapwelyomba Primary School alongside pupils from our 10 project schools, our guest of honor the District Education Board Secretary Mr. Ian Miyoba and representatives from National Water Supply and Sanitation Council(NWASCO), Lusaka City Council, the Ministry of Education and NGO WASH Forum Zambia. The day was full of energy and excitement, as pupils expressed themselves through songs, dances, poetry recitals, engaging performances, and a heated debate, all centered around one simple, life-saving practice: handwashing with soap. 🧼 The learners showcased the correct way to wash hands, proving that hand hygiene is not only about staying clean - it’s about protecting their health and future. Mr. Miyoba delivered an inspiring speech, reminding us all that handwashing is a critical step in reducing the spread of diseases, particularly in Zambia, where many children are at risk due to preventable illnesses like diarrhea and respiratory infections. Through the WASH'n'soul project, we are proud to be championing hand hygiene in schools across Lusaka, ensuring that pupils not only know how to wash their hands but understand why it matters. We’re turning these children into hygiene ambassadors, spreading this essential knowledge to their families and communities. 🌍 Join us in spreading the word: Clean hands save lives! 💪💦 BORDA - Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association soulbottles • soulproducts GmbH Viva con Agua Eddy Chikuta Amanda Mallaghan Teza Nampasa Prince Kapelembe 🚰 Ngobi Ronald Giri Khatri Jenniver Zulu Laura Scholz #WASH #WASHnsoul #WaterSanitationHygiene #GHD #GHD2024 #EducationForAll #WaterForAll #Zambia #Lusaka #YouthEmpowerment

Global Handwashing Day is tomorrow! 🫧 Tomorrow, we join the world in celebrating Global Handwashing Day, a powerful reminder of the importance of clean hands for healthy communities. At BORDA Zambia, we are committed to promoting hand hygiene, ensuring that pupils not only have access to clean water and proper sanitation but also understand the power of handwashing in preventing disease and improving well-being. Here are a few eye-opening facts: 💧 Children in schools with poor hygiene practices are more likely to miss classes due to preventable illnesses like diarrhea and respiratory infections. 💧 Handwashing with soap can reduce the risk of diarrheal diseases by up to 50% - a leading cause of absenteeism in schools. 💧 In communities where proper hand hygiene is promoted, school attendance improves, allowing children to focus on their education and future. The connection between hand hygiene and education is undeniable. When children stay healthy, they’re more likely to stay in school, perform better academically, and achieve their full potential. Join us in raising awareness and encouraging handwashing as a key part of healthy daily routines! 💙 Viva con Agua soulbottles • soulproducts GmbH BORDA - Bremen Overseas Research and Development AssociationAmanda Mallaghan Eddy Chikuta Teza Nampasa Prince Kapelembe 🚰 Ngobi Ronald Giri Khatri Jenniver Zulu Laura Scholz #WASH #WaterSanitationHygiene #WASHinSchools #GlobalHandwashingDay #GHD24 #Handwashing #EducationForAll #HealthForAll #Zambia #Lusaka #Health #Hygiene #BORDAZambia #WASHeros