Pestalozzi Zambia Alumni

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT | Mumbwa Community Giveback 🌟

A Homecoming with Purpose

On 30th March 2026, Pestalozzi alumni based in Mumbwa launched a heartfelt community giveback program, returning to Chisenga School, one of the foundation schools from which our alumni were originally selected by Pestalozzi .The visit was more than nostalgia; it was a deliberate investment in the lives of students who stand where they once stood.

During the visit, our alumni:
Met with school staff to understand the challenges they face, how they keep students engaged and motivated beyond the classroom, and shared best practices from their own journeys.

Sensitised upper grade students on early marriages, STIs, and child abuse, including defilement and r**e , equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to protect themselves and speak up.

Presented donations to the school and shared personal stories of their own paths from these same classrooms, offering real proof that hard work, curiosity, and character can open extraordinary doors.

Connected through interactions and a school tour, giving students the chance to ask questions, dream out loud, and meet mentors who were once sitting in those very same desks.

The Pestalozzi ethos has always been about more than individual achievement it is about transforming communities. When our alumni return, they carry a powerful message: the opportunities you have today can become someone else's tomorrow.

"We came back not as strangers but as living proof that the seeds planted here grow into something remarkable. Our job now is to water the next crop."
Mumbwa Alumni, March 2026

❤️ Proud of our alumni who continue to give back. This is what Pestalozzi is all about.

Alumni Spotlight

Last month, on 13th December 2025, our alumni held a reunion in Lusaka, bringing together 33 alumni. It was a wonderful time to network, share different stories, and hear about the impact our alumni are making in the community. This reflects the spirit that Pestalozzi instils in us that of the head, heart, and hands.

We also used this time to plan for the year 2026, and we are excited about what this year holds. Thank you to all the alumni who joined us both virtually and in person. You are an amazing team.

Happy New Year to you all!

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🎉 Alumni Spotlight: Friendly Tournament at Pestalozzi Village 🎉

Last Saturday, 11th October, our alumni returned to Pestalozzi Village for an exciting sports tournament with current students. This event served as a fantastic opportunity to strengthen the bonds between our senior alumni and the younger generation.

The day was filled with energy, teamwork, and lots of smiles as everyone came together to share stories, compete in friendly matches, and celebrate the lasting spirit of our community.

A big thank you to all who participated and made the event such a success!

Join Us for “An Evening of Purpose” – A Fundraising Gala Dinner Celebrating 30 Years of Impact

📅 Date: 12th September 2025
📍 Hosted by: Pestalozzi Zambia

This is more than just a dinner , it's a celebration of 30 years of transforming lives through education.

As part of our mission to support academically gifted students from rural communities and refugee camps in Zambia, this special evening will showcase powerful stories, unique talents, and the inspiring journeys of our learners.

🎤 What to Expect:
✨ Cultural performances
✨ Heartwarming testimonials
✨ A charity auction to support our cause

Your presence ,whether through purchasing a ticket or coming on board as a sponsor ,will directly contribute to changing lives through education.

📌 Payment and sponsorship details are available on the event poster.

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to celebrating with you and making an even greater impact together.

🎉Alumni Spotlight: Celebrating Global Achievements! 🌎💫

We are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of four of our alumni

✨Diana Iradukunda, Aleta Hirwa, Yvone Mwadi, and Judith Chikumu 😊who have been awarded MasterCard Foundation Scholarships to pursue higher education at top international universities!

✨Aleta Hirwa, Diana Iradukunda, and Yvone Mwadi will be attending Ashesi University in Ghana.
✨Judith Chikumu will continue her academic journey at EARTH University in Costa Rica.

All four scholars began their journey in a refugee camp and joined the Pestalozzi organization in 2017. Over the past seven years, they have grown into confident, compassionate, and visionary leaders supported by mentorship, education, and a strong community.🤗
Their success is a powerful testament to what’s possible when potential meets opportunity.

🎓🎓Congratulations to these inspiring changemakers as they embark on this exciting new chapter! We can’t wait to see the global impact they will make🤩🥳

Join the Donate a Pad Initiative – Learn Without Limits

Be part of a powerful movement led by passionate Pestalozzi alumni! On Saturday, 13th July, our alumni will visit community schools to conduct menstrual health education sessions and distribute sanitary pads to students.

Support the cause!
You can make a difference by donating:

Sanitary pads

Monetary contributions (to help purchase pads and essential school materials)

Let us know what you would love to donate — or how you would want to partner with us. Every contribution and collaboration counts.

Let’s work together to ensure that no student misses school due to lack of menstrual products.
Together, we can help them Learn Without Limits.

To donate or get involved, please contact:
📞 0974824742

Alumni spotlight 😊

My journey with Pestalozzi began as a young girl from a humble background full of dreams, yet limited by circumstance. Pestalozzi opened the door that changed my life by supporting me through my education at Kasisi Primary School.

Thanks to this life changing opportunity, I was awarded the Sally Dean Bursary, which sponsored my training as a Registered Nurse. I remain forever grateful to the late Sally Dean a woman whose heart and vision transformed lives like mine. I honour her memory and pray her soul continues to rest in perfect peace.

With determination and further support from the Ministry of Health, I was able to upgrade to a Registered Midwife and began working at Kawambwa District Hospital. Today, I proudly serve as a Clinical Instructor, mentoring both general nursing and midwifery students.

Driven by a passion for lifelong learning, I went on to complete my Bachelor of Midwifery Sciences (BSc) at the University of Zambia, where I recently graduated as one of the best students in my cohort.

Beyond my professional path, I’ve stayed deeply connected to the Pestalozzi community. I’ve volunteered in a variety of roles from providing housemother support and participating in student selection, to strengthening alumni engagement. In 2021, I was humbled and honoured to receive the Pestalozzi Gold Impact Award, and I now serve as the Zambian Representative on the Pestalozzi International Alumni Committee.

Pestalozzi gave me more than an education, Pestalozzi gave me dignity, purpose, and a platform to serve. I carry that gift forward by standing for others, just as Pestalozzi once stood for me.

A big congratulations to you Prisca 💃🏻for your achievement 🎓🎓🌹

We are incredibly proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our esteemed alumnus, Elijah Dosantus, from the class of 2024. Elijah has made history as one of the first Pestalozzi International Zambia students to attend the prestigious Yale program in the United States😊
Today, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Elijah for earning admission to two distinguished institutions, the African Leadership Academy in South Africa and Northwestern University in the United States both on full scholarship . This outstanding accomplishment is a testament to Elijah's unwavering dedication, resilience, and hard work.
Elijah's journey is an inspiring reminder that with perseverance and determination, dreams can become reality. His achievements not only bring pride to our institution but also serve as motivation for current and future students to strive for excellence.
We celebrate Elijah's success with immense joy and look forward to witnessing his continued growth and accomplishments as he embarks on this new chapter. Congratulations once again, Elijah! Your journey is a shining example of what is possible when passion meets purpose🤗😊🌺
We wish you all the best as you prepare to make your mark on the world!