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3rd Millennium Trust Expands Horticulture Programme for Young Mothers

02 April, 2025 |

Following the initial success of their high-impact initiative, Woodville-based 3rd Millennium Trust have launched Phase Two with support from Zimbabwe Development Democracy Trust (ZDDT) and Sally Foundation.

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Sally Foundation Officially Opens Infrastructure at Green Gardens

25 June, 2024 |

During the visit of Sally Foundation co-funded gardens, Mike Roche, took time out to officially open the Green Gardens toilet block and solar-powered borehole, both self-financed, marking a significant milestone towards achieving self-sustainability.

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Great Accomplishments are Made Up of Small Deeds

22 April, 2024 |

In a heart-warming display of building community sustainability, the High Impact initiative launched a year ago by the Zimbabwe Development Democracy Trust (ZDDT) in partnership with the Sally Foundation, has yielded remarkable results at Ekuphumuleni Geriatric Nursing Home and Sir Humphrey Gibbs institutions.

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Children benefit from the Business Social Credit Scheme

11 March, 2024 |

ZDDT's social investment partner, Sally Foundation, and Chematek Lubricants, a local business in Bulawayo, have collaborated to give back to the people through the Business Social Credit Scheme.

The Bulawayo Community Gardens - a ZDDT Programme

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Greenfields Garden Shines: Emganwini Community Celebrates Solar Pump Milestone

24 September, 2025 |

In the bustling heart of Emganwini, on the road to Zimbabwe's western border, a story of resilience, hard work and remarkable community spirit is quietly blossoming within the Greenfield market garden.

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Turning Harvests into Gold: Greenfield and Hlanganani Prepare for Value Addition Lessons

18 September, 2025 |

Excitement and anticipation filled the air as the spirit of value addition was warmly revived in the thriving market gardens of Greenfield and Hlanganani.

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Growing Together: Social Contracts Rooted in Bulawayo’s Gardens

10 September, 2025 |

In a spirit of partnership and community growth, the Bulawayo City Council (BCC) Social Services Representative, Sihle Mabhena, recently engaged with members of Green Gardens, Sizinda, underscoring the importance of strong administration in sustaining community initiatives.

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From Fallow Ground to Council Showcase: The Many Blossoms of Sizinda's Prized Garden

26 August, 2025 |

Tucked within the vibrant heart of Sizinda, Green Gardens flourishes as a verdant oasis and the bustling soul of the community, where the rich, dark earth yields, not just vegetables, but a thriving nexus of fellowship and commerce.

Geraldine Roche Drama: Latest News

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Body, Mind, and Emotion in Sync: Level 1 Students Learn the Art of Performance

19 September, 2025 |

With patience and precision, he emphasised how the body, emotions and mind must work harmoniously in sync to create a powerful and convincing theatre performance.

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From Cowdray Park to Centre Stage: Thamsanqa's Inspiring Journey

04 September, 2025 |

For years, the Geraldine Roche Arts Academy (GRAA) was more than a training ground for Thamsanqa Noel Siziba (23); it was a sanctuary where his raw talent was patiently refined into artistry.

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GRAA Incubates Next Generation of Storytellers

26 August, 2025 |

Nestled in the heart of Bulawayo, the Geraldine Roche Arts Academy (GRAA) is passionately incubating young, imaginative creatives through its meticulously crafted scriptwriting programme, designed to transform raw talent into polished brilliance.

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High School Filmmakers Dazzle at Geraldine Roche Arts Academy Premiere

14 August, 2025 |

The red carpet was rolled out and anticipation filled the air as the Geraldine Roche Arts Academy hosted a dazzling high school film premiere, celebrating the blossoming talents of 90 young storytellers.

ZDDT appeal: Trenance Primary School


Situated in the middle to low income suburb of Trenance, Ward Three, eight kilometres north of the City Centre the school is faced with a myriad of challenges that, under the circumstances, can largely be satisfactorily solved with the aid of willing benefactors.

Out of an ideal quota that should number 45 teachers, there are presently only 13. Floors are badly worn and in need of repairing as do desks and seating. In some of the classrooms, teachers have to improvise because there are no blackboards, while in others children are forced to stand during lessons due to the lack of adequate classroom furnishings. Almost all door and light fittings are non existent, having disappeared years ago. Because of the shortage of learning space some of the pupils are crammed into a small office and a garage for lessons. The newest classroom block lacks a ceiling virtually turning the place into a furnace in the summer months.

Children are frequently sent home for non payment of fees which amount to $10.00 every term, together with a $15.00 per term levy. Many cannot sit for exams due to their inability to pay the costs and are subsequently deprived of advancement through no fault of theirs.

But the institution’s administration, led by headmistress, Mrs. Doris Mashaiti, has not been idly watching this deteriorating situation. They have come up with a plan to construct two additional classrooms for which the concrete slab has already been laid, and are seeking means to conduct necessary infrastructural repairs where ever this is needed. Mrs. Mashaiti mentioned that the school and surrounding community are keen to see the classrooms’ completion, which besides serving pupils, are intended for use in much sought after adult education programmes.

Plans for the new classroom block were provided by the Government’s Public Works Department, (PWD), who will oversee construction work and select qualified builders from among the local community. Construction, set to last one month, is estimated to cost $22,000. Experts advise that work should commence before the onset of the rainy season.

A measure of relief was realised in the form of a donation of text books from the Australian Embassy and the Lions Club provided for electrical work which was carried out by the (PWD). Local Member of Parliament, Hon. Dorcas Sibanda also presented the school with 100 chairs.

Yet in spite of these welcome gestures of generosity, much more assistance will be needed in order for reasonable levels of relief to be established at Trenance Primary.



Well-wishers willing to assist with building materials fittings, appliances or cash may do so by utilising the following contact details:

TELEPHONE, MRS. D. MASHAITI: +263 9 210937, during office hours.

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Alternatively TELEPHONE: +263 9 230017.

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