Justice and Human Rights Zambia Project #64716

Christmas Celebration for Children in detention

by Undikumbukire Project Zambia Ltd

Christmas Celebration for Children in detention

Project Report | Mar 3, 2025
416 Children Celebrate Christmas

By Chabu Kapota | Communications Assistant

Children playing puzzles

We express gratitude for your generous support in helping Undikumbukire Project Zambia (UP Zambia) bring the spirit of Christmas to 416 children in correctional facilities across Zambia. Your contributions ensured that these children, separated from their families, experienced joy, love, and a sense of belonging during the festive season.

With your support, we provided gift packs containing essential hygiene items such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, face cloths, bathing and washing soap, toilet paper, and Vaseline. Beyond these necessities, we shared moments of fun and connection through playing puzzles, football, and music, and enjoying a cultural performance by Barefeet Theatre.

At Mwembeshi Remand Correctional Facility, where many Ethiopian migrants are held, we had the unique opportunity to share Ethiopian food and engage in activities that brought a sense of home and community.

Number of Children impacted by your support.

Thanks to your generosity, UP Zambia celebrated Christmas with 416 children in the following facilities:

Nakambala Child Approved School – 40 children
Lusaka Remand Correctional Facility – 70 children
Katombora Child Reformatory School – 195 children
Mwembeshi Remand Correctional Facility – 60 children
Livingstone Central Correctional Facility – 20 children
Ndola Remand Correctional Facility – 28 children
Kasenshi Remand Correctional Facility – 3 children

Your kindness brought smiles, hope, and a reminder that these children are not forgotten.

In May, we will begin preparations for the cold season and will keep you updated on the essential needs of children in detention. Thank you for your continued support in making a difference in their lives.

UP Zambia staff playing puzzles with children

Cakes

Children playing football

Children listening to encouragement

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Nov 1, 2024
349 Children in Detention Keep Warm

By Chabu Kapota | Communications Assistant

Thank you for your generous financial support to Undikumbukire Project Zambia (UP Zambia) for our 10 years anniversary in the child justice system in Zambia. It made a significant impact to a total number of 349 children during the cold season.

As winter set in across Zambia, the cold nights are particularly harsh for children in detention. Without adequate clothing and warmth, these children face not only physical discomfort but also emotional and psychological strain. The low temperatures and dark nights can amplify feelings of isolation and despair. From June 28th to July 2nd, 2024, the UP Zambia team, in collaboration with Baylor Law students, engaged in various activities at the Lusaka Remand Correctional Facility, Katombora Child Reformatory School, Nakambala Child Approved School, and Livingstone Central Correctional Facility. This winter, UP Zambia with your support celebrated its 10th anniversary by reaching out to correctional facilities in Lusaka and Southern Province.

Our goal was to provide warmth and comfort to 500 children. With your support, we were able to make a significant impact to the following correctional facilities with food, hoodies and a pair of socks for each child: Lusaka Remand Correctional Facility- 121 children , Nakambala Approved School- 65 children, Katombora Reformatory School- 145 , Livingstone Central Correctional Facility Female- 1, Livingstone Central Correctional Facility Male- 17.

During our visits, the children engaged in dances and songs, played football and basketball, and enjoyed board games. These activities provided a much-needed break from their daily routines and allowed them to experience joy and companionship.

Your contributions went beyond providing physical warmth; they reinforced UP Zambia's mission to ensure that every child in conflict with the law is seen, heard, and given a fair chance at justice and rehabilitation.

Thank you for standing with us and making a meaningful impact on the lives of children in detention.

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