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Hi! My name is Namwaka. I live in Silundu, a small village 12 km south of Mongu, Western Province, together with Godfrey my husband, my three children: Elijah(14) Elizabeth ( 15) and Lydia.(10).
Our place is situated on a hill, surrounded by some very old Rosewood trees. Down hill there is a small stream. The area is very quiet, and in the mornings you will hear the birds singing. whilst during the nights you will be able to silently gaze at the stars.
I am an environmentalist. There are two things I love: growing organic food, and enjoying the beauty of trees and the beautiful priceless air they provide us! Sadly, Zambia is currently suffering from a very high rate of deforestation, which is devestating human food supplies, ravaging natural habitats of animals, as well as causing further climate change. Wild fires are also a big challenge regrettably.
We firmly believe that the key in cubbing deforestation, is held by the local communities. It’s for this reason that one of the aims of our project is to make members of our community aware of the seriousness of the deforestation that our country is undergoing, as well as the impact that climate change has.
Next to bringing awareness, our project is working on a method of producing charcoal briquettes made from organic waste material, as an alternative for conventional charcoal that is currently being used which is one of the main drives to deforestation . If successfull, this coud be an important step in bringing deforestation to a halt.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
In the western Province, we the lozi tribe have a traditional ceremony every year called Kuomboka ceremony which attracts different people from all walks of life to attend it. It is normally held every year in April or may. For more information, you can look up " Kuomboka Ceremony" . This ceremony is the pride of the Lozi speaking people. Foreign volunteers are welcome to my village anytime.
Projects involving children
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Help
Since we are a new organization, we would love to have people that can help teach us how to run the foundation, grant writing and share more new ideas about organic farming/ gardening and even partnering with our Foundation, sustainability and ecoprojects and building, animal husbandry. Cooking, general house chores! All ideas are welcome!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Setswana: Fluent
Sesotho: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
Foreign volunteers are welcome to my village anytime. We have thatched reed houses with an out door toilet.We do not have access to electricity but we use solar lighting. Life is fun out here! It's cool and quiet! Mongu town is about 13 km from our village, we have easy access to public transport to buy our groceries. We hope to hear from you all. I would be greatful if volunteers contributed a small amount towards the food as this would guarantee a pleasant meal for them while they are here. This will carter for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. I request a contribution so that i can provide the appropriate meal for the volunteers who sometimes need 4 meals a day due to the nature of work they do here and some volunteers prefer different types of food that we dont have at times. The amount is USD 5.00( United States Dollar). This has been permitted by Workaway.
Thank you.
What else ...
During time off, we can visit the Sioma falls and the Victoria falls . We have a Royal palace where our King lives called " limulunga village" it's also an interesting place to visit.during the rain season, we go mushroom foraging! At night we watch the stars and mostly we have a very beautiful view of a full moon! We also tell stories around a camp fire at night! There is so much to do! There is never a dull moment. For Christian believers, we encourage one another through bible studies and singing of praise hymns.
We have 100% internet access
If you would like to find us on google maps, look up: Rain Drops Community Foundation, Western Zambia
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Here at our farm we have enough space to accommodate more than 50 people. Do come and experience the beautiful country breeze out here!
Space for parking camper vans
We have a very vast piece of land that can accommodate any type of campervan.
Can possibly accept pets
We accept dogs and cats
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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We are amazed by her Drive to protect this beautiful planet and its Eco System.
We had a fantastic time with cultural and knowledge Exchange, good food and fresh fruits from the trees.
We can only recommend to come here.
I helped the organisation with fundraising, web development, communicating to potential partners or… read more
I felt so welcome from the moment I arrived; my time with Namwaka and her family will stay with me forever, deeply nestled in the warmest corner of my heart. I stayed for a month, my entire Zambian visa, and shead a tear upon departure. Hopefully life will take me back there one day.
Namwaka really is a power house; one of the arrow heads… read more
