
Jewish Heart for Africa: Sustainable Solutions for Communities
February 23, 2011, Jewish Heart for Africa (JHA) launched its first project in Malawi: the installation of solar energy at Kapdzama Community Based Organization (CBO).
Kapudzama CBO was founded by Jimmy Kamseza in the Lilongwe District of Malawi in 2007.
With over 500 orphans and vulnerable children in his community, Kamseza felt something
needed to change. He gathered the support of 15 members of his village to create a community
center run for and by the people of his village.
Kapudzama’s stated mission is to “uphold the values of transparency, respect for human dignity, accountability and shared responsibilities.” Today, the facility provides services to over 1200 people. They have a band, a drama club and a soccer team. They offer free nursery school, and provide vocational training for tailors to teach them a trade. They also offer HIV/AIDS education, counseling and care.

