Be a catalyst for positive change and join us in our mission at the Muzanga Foundation. We are committed to improving livelihoods in the rural areas of Eastern Zambia. In our organisation, everything revolves around Participatory Action Research. It serves as our guiding principle, influencing the design and execution of our projects.
Our focus is on community development, where our projects are collaboratively designed and implemented with the active involvement of local communities, ensuring they address the specific challenges and goals of the communities we support.
Together, we strive to build a brighter future, one project at a time.
Our approach blends traditional research with hands-on, real-world action to solve problems together, create knowledge, and drive social change. This method allows us to connect ideas with practical solutions, making a real impact in the communities we work with.
Through our Participatory Action Research (PAR) projects, we focus on identifying and addressing the unique challenges faced by local communities, with a strong emphasis on sustainable development. We actively involve community members and stakeholders at every step, helping them build skills and knowledge, and empowering them to lead and take ownership of the projects.
Muzanga Headquarters is more than just a home base; it’s a hub of collaboration and innovation. Here, we work hand in hand with locals on our community projects while providing a space for experimentation and training. Overlanders exploring Zambia are invited to pitch their (rooftop) tent on our plot. Operating on a donation basis, 100% of profits support our community initiatives. Additionally, we collaborate closely with Personal Touch Safaris and The Bush Spa to ensure that visitors to Muzanga Headquarters can experience professional guided safaris and relaxation at the spa.
Participatory Action Research is a collaborative approach that combines research and action in the field.
With PAR, a diverse community of stakeholders, including organisations and individuals, comes together to explore complex issues. We delve into shared situations, gathering insights and reflections along the way.
But we don’t stop at understanding the problem. PAR empowers us to work together and co-create the best solutions. Through this participatory process, we design interventions that address the situation effectively, ensuring lasting and positive change.
Our Muzanga Researchers play a crucial role as facilitators guiding this inclusive process.