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<\/a><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>Calabash Training, August 2020<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Calabash Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Last year we managed to host a training while making sure all CoVID-19 preventive measurements were taken. This training consisted of constructing two 5000 liters calabash tanks for rainwater harvesting. The six day training was done in August 2020, facilitated by Clean Water – Healthy Village. There were ten participants who joined this training, divided into two groups of five. The training was very successful, the participants enjoyed their time and produced a quality calabash tank. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>A Calabash tank at a local market (left), and Andrew explaining a water filter in the field (right)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Project Handwashing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The year 2020 was marked by the global coronavirus pandemic<\/a>, and an important measure to reduce the spread of the virus is to wash your hands frequently. We reached out to hospitals and markets in and around Mzuzu, as we understood these are gathering places where transmission levels of the virus are high. We successfully placed 50 handwashing facilities in hospitals and 100 at markets. The beneficiaries were very happy with this project and they have said it will really help stop the spread of the virus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Take a look at the video of this project here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What’s next<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In 2021, the SMART Centre has its challenges cut out. The rising corona cases here in Malawi prevent us from planning much ahead. At the moment we are busy with handing over various tasks, to make sure the Centre will keep running smoothly with the shifts in management. There are plenty of trainings and projects in the pipeline, and we\u2019re excited for what\u2019s ahead. Keep an eye out on our social media accounts<\/a> if you would like to stay up-to-date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We\u2019d like to thank our readers, donors, entrepreneurs, and everyone who has contributed to the SMART Centre in one way or another the past year. We are grateful for your continuous support. <\/em> <\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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