Welcome to

Chabbs Cluster

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THE STORY

Gwembe in rural southern Zambia was once a fertile region known as 'the land of milk and honey'. 

 

Drought has since affected the area, and poverty has impacted its people. In 2014, local farmers and health workers formed a Cluster to find ways to restore the region to its former glory. They meet in Chabbobboma village, also known as 'Chabbs'.

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WHAT THEY'RE DOING

Supporting Mothers

 

More women are giving birth in health centres as a result of Cluster workshops & home visits

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Equipping Health Workers

 

The Cluster crowdfunded for a fleet of bicycles so that health workers can make more home visits

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Sanitation Projects

 

They've worked with the community to build latrines and boreholes and improve sanitation

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Youth Work

 

They offer mentorship and run events to help young people navigate their lives and identify opportunities

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Sharing Learning

 

The nearby town of Chisekesi started its own Cluster, inspired and nurtured by Chabbs members

MEET A MEMBER

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There’s so much power in connectivity. The more connected we are the better.

In 2016, Zambia's Ministry of Health named Mathews one of its 'most innovative' health workers. 

  

He credits his involvement in the Cluster for this success. He trains other community health workers, and puts  principles like SALT into practice in his everyday work.

FULL INTERVIEW