Rooted in Care for Our Common Home

Growing People,
Growing the Earth

Laudato Sí Training Centre is a TEVETA-accredited vocational institution in Zambia, preparing young people for meaningful careers through sustainable agriculture, construction, hospitality, and digital skills.

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Our Mission
Care for Creation & People
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Who We Are

An Integral Ecology
in Action

We are a TEVETA-accredited vocational training centre under the Koinonia Community in Zambia, rooted in sustainable agriculture, community development, and tourism hospitality.

"Laudato Sí, mi' Signore — Praise be to you, my Lord, through our Sister, Mother Earth, who sustains and governs us."

— Pope Francis, Laudato Sí (2015)

Our programmes combine practical fieldwork, classroom formation, and community service. Students learn real skills while serving vulnerable children, supporting local food systems, and protecting God’s creation.

🌱 Sustainable Agriculture
🌍 Ecological Stewardship
🤝 Community Leadership
Human Dignity
📚 Literacy & Education
🌿 Integral Ecology
What We Offer

TEVETA-Accredited Diploma Programmes Built for Zambia

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Students working on agriculture projects General Agriculture

General Agriculture

Two-year TEVETA-accredited training in crop production, livestock management, soil science, irrigation, and farm machinery for sustainable food systems.

Focus: Sustainable farming, soil health, livestock care, climate resilience.

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Construction training with bricklaying Bricklaying

Bricklaying

Two-year hands-on training in block laying, plastering, concrete works, site preparation, construction safety, and building plan reading.

Focus: Masonry, concrete, structural safety, construction best practice.

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Hospitality training and service Hospitality

General Hospitality

Two-year diploma training in catering, food preparation, housekeeping, front office operations, customer service, and event management.

Focus: Catering, guest relations, sanitation, hospitality operations.

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Metal fabrication workshop Metal Fabrication

Metal Fabrication

Two-year TEVETA diploma with welding (arc, gas, MIG), cutting, bending, assembling metal structures, and reading technical drawings.

Focus: Welding, fabrication, structural assembly, technical drawing.

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Carpentry and joinery workshop Carpentry

Carpentry & Joinery

Two-year training in furniture making, woodwork, timber selection, hand and power tools, cabinet making, and joinery techniques.

Focus: Woodcraft, cabinetry, joinery, finishing, safety.

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Certificate Courses

Short Courses for Fast Skills & Certification

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Poultry Management

Intensive three-month certificate covering housing, feeding, disease control, record keeping, and value chain skills for poultry enterprises.

Duration: 3 monthsFee: K1,500
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Vegetable Production

Three-month practical training in seedling production, soil preparation, pest management, irrigation, and market-ready vegetable farming.

Duration: 3 monthsFee: K1,200
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Basic Welding

Three-month hands-on certificate in welding safety, arc welding, metal cutting, joint preparation, and workshop practice.

Duration: 3 monthsFee: K1,800
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Food Hygiene & Safety

One-month certificate for hospitality and food production workers that covers hygiene, sanitation, safe food handling, and compliance.

Duration: 1 monthFee: K500
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Construction Site Safety

One-month certificate in personal protective equipment, first aid, hazard identification, and safe site management.

Duration: 1 monthFee: K500
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Expansive green maize field at the training centre
Koinonia Farm

Our 50-Acre Living Classroom

The Koinonia Farm is a working training ground for General Agriculture students, where sustainable crop production and livestock care are taught side by side with ecological stewardship.

Farm Manager: Mr. Winsa Nsanje — Trainer, Farm Manager, HOD Agriculture.

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Our People

A Thriving, Rooted Community

Our greatest resource is our people — passionate students and staff who put ecological learning into action through service, scholarship, and practical training.

Join our online community for the latest training updates, farm stories, and upcoming events.

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Staff Directory

Meet Our Leadership Team

The centre is led by experienced TEVETA trainers, administrators, and digital specialists committed to forming youth for sustainable livelihoods.

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Principal / HOD Senior Manager (ICT & Marketing)

Mr. Rickon Mwiinga

TEVETA accredited leader with extensive experience in educational management, ICT infrastructure, and marketing strategy. Oversees all institutional operations and digital transformation initiatives.

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Trainer / Farm Manager / HOD - Agriculture

Mr. Winsa Nsanje

TEVETA accredited trainer and assessor. Diploma in General Agriculture Management and Teaching Methodology. Manages the 50-acre Koinonia Farm and leads agriculture training programs.

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ICT Manager / Marketing Officer

Mr. Shadreck Banda

TEVETA certified ICT professional. Manages all digital platforms, website, social media, and marketing campaigns. Leads the institution's digital transformation and online presence.

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Administrator

Mr. Yarred Longolongo

Manages all administrative operations, including finance, student records, compliance, and day-to-day institutional management.

Trainee reading a book in the well-stocked community library
Lubuto Libraries

Four Libraries for Children, Youth, and Learners

Our centre hosts four Lubuto Libraries featuring literature in English and Zambian languages, print and digital media, film, music, art, drama, technology, mentoring, and youth outreach.

📚 Books, films, and digital resources for young people
🎵 Music, drama, and art programmes for creative learning
🎮 Technology access and youth gaming spaces
🤝 Outreach programmes for reading, mentoring and sport
Open to all young people with membership support
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Admissions

Join Our Next Intake

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Laudato Sí Training Centre accepts new learners with a passion for learning and serving their communities. Review the intake dates and requirements below.

  • Completed secondary school or equivalent for diploma programmes.
  • Passion for sustainable agriculture, construction, hospitality, or technical trades.
  • Willingness to participate in practical farm, library, and community training.
  • Application form, certified copies of certificates, and a short personal statement.

For short courses, registration is open throughout the year with flexible start dates.

IntakeApplications CloseClasses Start
January Intake15th December 202510th January 2026
May Intake15th April 20265th May 2026
September Intake15th August 20261st September 2026
Student Portal

Future Student Portal

A secure login area for students to access enrolment details, grades, study materials, assignment uploads, fee statements and announcements. This is the first step toward a future campus portal.

Student Portal

The student portal is currently a planned feature. For admissions, programme enquiries, or portal access details, please contact us directly using the information below.

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Planned Portal Features

  • Secure student login and account management
  • View enrolled programme and course progress
  • Download study materials and resources
  • Submit assignments online
  • View grades, results, and fee statements
  • Receive announcements and campus updates
Reach Out

Contact the Training Centre

We would love to hear from you — whether you are a prospective student, supporter, partner, or community member.

Get in Touch

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Address Plot No 691/F, Fern Grove, Kasupe Road, Lusaka West
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Admissions / Enquiries +260 971 726 294 +260 571 392 018 +260 977 682 716
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Office Hours Mon – Fri, 8:00am – 5:00pm CAT

Send Us a Message

To contact Laudato Sí Training Centre, please email us at laudatosicentre@gmail.com or call +260 971 726 294.

If you prefer, include your name, phone number, the programme you are interested in, and a short message.

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