Consistent action. Lasting transformation.

2009 – Humble Beginnings

• Joyce Chimbila and Minerva Kachaka start a Feeding Program and Nursery Class for 8 vulnerable children in Old Mushili, Ndola — one of Zambia’s poorest communities.

• Children receive basic literacy, numeracy and daily meals, which were cooked over charcoal in an open kitchen with no running water or electricity.

• By the end of 2009, 25 children are enrolled.

2010 – A School is Born

• When local schools reject the children as "too old," Joyce and her small team start their own school.

• The team includes two teachers, a cook, a counsellor, and Joyce herself.

• Literacy and numeracy classes expand, and parents also begin receiving adult education support.

2012 – First International Partnership

• Hartwell Church of Christ and Churches of Christ Overseas Aid (COCOA) partner with the school.

• Key improvements: installation of windows, lighting, and a small kitchen.

• For the first time, tax-deductible donations support the project.

2013 – Growth and Expansion

• Student numbers grow to 80, with classes up to Grade 4.

• A borehole and hand pump are installed — the school finally has access to clean water.

• Four hectares of land are purchased in Kaloko for future school expansion and farming.

• Caretaker and Manager homes are built on-site to support the growing project.

2014–2016 – Self-Sufficiency Begins

• Kaloko land is fenced and farming begins (vegetables and maize).

• Farm produce feeds students and staff; excess is sold to fund the school.

• Brick-making operations begin, generating income and materials for school construction.

• First cohort of Grade 7 students graduate — every student passes and is accepted into Government High School. Scholarships are provided.

2017 – Resilience Through Drought

• Zambia enters a three-year drought, causing power shortages and food insecurity.

• Despite hardship, the school educates 90 children with 4 trained teachers and a counsellor.

• A 1-km security wall begins construction around Kaloko.

• Livestock operations expand: 80 pigs and 5 cattle added.

2019 – Formal Establishment

• A Future 4 Kids (AF4K) is officially formed as an organisation, strengthening accountability and governance.

2020 – Serving Through a Pandemic

• During COVID-19 lockdowns, the school provides emergency food packs to families.

• AF4K joins HADA (Health and Development Aid Abroad) as a project named P4K-Zambia, increasing donation capacity.

• Construction begins on a four-classroom block at Kaloko.

• A 75KW generator is delivered and secured to ensure power during blackouts.

• Emergency supplies (masks, hygiene products, clothing, dental packs) are shipped from Australia.

2021 – Building Momentum

• 110 children enrolled in Nursery to Grade 7; 45 students supported in high school.

• 10,000-litre water tank installed.

• Despite pandemic-related school closures, food relief continues.

• In October, the four-classroom block is completed and officially opened.

• Five Grade 12 students sit national exams and aim for university entrance.

2022 – A New Chapter Begins

• The AF4K School (Four-Classroom Block) officially opens for full operation.

• Over 250 parents apply to enrol children; 60 places offered.

• Three 2021 alumni (from the original class) begin university (Nursing, IT, Accounting) with full scholarships at Northrise University. One student begins vocational training in Hotel Management.

• A new kitchen and storeroom are constructed at Kaloko to support expanded meal programs.

• Plans commence for a Dining Hall for 200+ students.

Looking Ahead

From a charcoal stove and chalkboard under a tree to a fully operational primary school, AF4K has delivered consistent, measurable progress for over 15 years — even through droughts, pandemics, and extreme poverty.

Your support can fuel the next chapter: the school expansion, life-skills training and further developing the local community,
Together, we are not only educating children — we are transforming generations.