Supporting Rehabilitation, Employment, and Reintegration in Zambia
Care Provider Foundation, Zambia | January 2026
Bicycles for Ex-Inmates
A Bicycle Handover Ceremony was held at Mumbwa Correctional Centre for graduates of the Skills Training Empowerment Project for Inmates (STEP-IN), marking a major milestone in supporting rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates and former inmates into society.
Bicycles for Ex-Inmates
In 2025, Care Providers Foundation (CPF), in partnership with Prisons Future Foundation and Re-Cycle, provided 50 bicycles to graduates who completed vocational training in:
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Metal fabrication
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Carpentry
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Tailoring and design
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Agriculture
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Bricklaying
These bicycles are more than a means of transport. They enable graduates to travel to work, reach clients, and access income-generating opportunities — practical tools that support long-term reintegration, sustainable livelihoods, and community safety.
Bicycles for Ex-Inmates
At the ceremony, Ms. Namataa Mayumbelo, Zambia Correctional Service Commissioner of Corrections, praised Prisons Future Foundation, and their partners for their dedication to rehabilitation programmes.
She highlighted that the bicycles are vital tools of empowerment, enhancing mobility, restoring dignity, and contributing to reduced recidivism.
Bicycles for Ex-Inmates
Willard Chitimbo, Director of Care Providers Foundation and Re-Cycle’s partner for over 15 years, reaffirmed the Foundation’s commitment to rehabilitation and reintegration.
He described the donation as an investment in people, livelihoods, and community safety, encouraging beneficiaries to use the bicycles responsibly as they work towards self-reliance.
Bicycles for Ex-Inmates
Bikes to Zambia
The ceremony concluded with commendations for the Zambia Correctional Service staff at Mumbwa Correctional Centre, partners, and stakeholders for their continued support of rehabilitation, empowerment, and second chances. Attendees included Mupona Area Councillor Mr. Geoffrey Lubinda, Mrs. Gracious Nkhete from ChildFund, and heads of various government departments.
The vocational graduation took place in October 2025, with bicycles distributed in January 2026, equipping graduates with the tools they need to build independent, productive futures and contribute positively to their communities.
Bikes to Zambia
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