Donate Now What was Cyclone Freddy and how is Habitat for Humanity helping families rebuild? In March 2023, Cyclone Freddy struck Malawi with unprecedented force. Lasting more than five weeks, it became the longest-lasting tropical cyclone ever recorded. Winds reached Category 5 strength, tearing across several African nations, claiming over 1,400 lives and causing… Read more »
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Survival and Rebuilding: Austin’s Story
Donate Now When Tropical Cyclone Freddy struck Malawi, Austin and his wife Ginny were caught in the devastating floods that swept through their community. As torrents of water tore through the land, Ginny managed to reach higher ground with their children – but Austin was separated, surrounded by the rising water. With nowhere else… Read more »
Read moreBeyond Bricks: Empowering Families to Rebuild
Donate Now For those displaced by Cyclone Freddy, rebuilding wasn’t just about homes. The storm had taken everything, leaving them to start again from nothing. Which is why at Habitat for Humanity, we don’t stop at building houses. Our work focuses on empowering communities, giving families the tools and skills to help their recovery… Read more »
Read moreTimange Ecobuild: Eco-Friendly Construction in Malawi
Donate Now Building sustainable homes in Malawi starts with strong, eco-friendly blocks. Habitat for Humanity Malawi is on the ground, producing both soil-stabilised and interlocking soil-stabilised blocks at the new Timange Ecobuild centre, helping communities build resilient and durable housing while training local builders. Launched by Habitat for Humanity Malawi in Blantyre,… Read more »
Read moreA Home for Manesi: Helping Families in Malawi
Manesi’s life changed forever in 2019 when her daughter tragically passed away, leaving behind her three young children. Despite her own struggles of living in a dilapidated house and working long hours just to try and make ends meet, Manesi immediately stepped in to become the caregiver for her grandchildren. Living in a small house… Read more »
Read moreA New Beginning for Mrs Thuan
In the heart of Dong Thap, a southern province of Vietnam, life has been a relentless challenge for Mrs. Thuan and her family. At 63 years old, she has endured loss, hardship, and poverty with quiet resilience. For years, she lived in a dilapidated wooden house that could barely shelter her family from the elements.… Read more »
Read moreBuild A Legacy That Lasts Forever
At Habitat for Humanity Great Britain, we believe that everyone deserves a safe place to call home. A place where families can thrive, children can dream, and communities can grow stronger. By leaving a gift in your Will, you can help build something that lasts forever, a legacy of hope and a world where no… Read more »
Read moreThe Legacy of Jimmy Carter: A Life Devoted to Change
We were deeply saddened by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter’s passing, however there is much we can celebrate of his rich life. He was an inspiration to people from all over the world for what he achieved over the 42 years after he left the White House. One of his major commitments was his steadfast… Read more »
Read moreJimmy Carter – Honouring A Life of Service
It is with deep sadness that we learn of the death of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the USA. Henrietta Blackmore, National Director, Habitat for Humanity Great Britain said, “Everyone at Habitat for Humanity GB offers their deepest condolences to the Carter family at this time of great personal loss, and their thanks… Read more »
Read moreAmber’s Diary – My Trip to Mapepe
Donate Now In my role at Habitat for Humanity, I’ve seen the profound impact our supporters have on the lives of people facing housing poverty all around the world. Recently, I had the privilege of visiting one of our projects in Zambia, where I met incredible individuals who we are helping all thanks to the… Read more »
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