Zimbabwe

our work in Zimbabwe

In Zimbabwe, JRS provides skills training to refugees in the Tongogara refugee camp and services to both refugees and local Zimbabweans through a pastoral programme. The trainings cover topics like motor mechanics, carpentry, agriculture, computing, hairdressing, cosmetology, and sewing. JRS also supports the secondary school in Tongogara with infrastructure, uniforms, and books.

JRS in Zimbabwe

Student wait in line to receive their new school uniforms. (Jesuit Refugee Service)
Rose Kabela-Thumba, JRS cosmetology teacher and refugee, teaches her cosmetology class. (Gushwell F. Brooks/Jesuit Refugee Service)
JRS hairdressing training in Tongogara refugee camp. (Jesuit Refugee Service)
Refugees near tents in the Tongogara camp. (Jesuit Refugee Service)

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