We Research, Advocate, Educate & offer Consultation on key social issues: Cost of living, Access to good healthcare and education, & local Democratic integrity

3813 Martin Mwamba Rd, Olympia
Joined November 2013
JCTR held its 2026 Review and Planning Workshop in Chibombo, October 13–15, reviewing programme activities and identifying priorities to inform its 2027 plans and budgets. #JCTR #StrategicPlanning #Zambia
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From September 28 - 30, JCTR was in Sinazongwe, Southern Province, on the LIFT Zambia programme, training communities and leaders on care for the environment. Read more about the engagements on our website here: jctr.org.zm/en/lift-zambia-a…
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For the next 3 weeks, we are participating in the 'Public Participation & Engagement – Environmental Focus' training organised by the Danida Fellowship Centre in Denmark. The event brings together CSOs, govt institutions & many other players in a bid to enhace public interest.
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SEPTEMBER BNNB: COST OF BASIC NEEDS FALLS IN LUSAKA JCTR’s BNNB for a family of five in Lusaka stood at ZMW 11,399.64 in September, down ZMW 601.30 from August. Across 16 districts, the average was ZMW 8,448.34. More: jctr.org.zm/en/september-202…
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JCTR conducted a 2-day social accountability training for service providers in Chongwe & Rufunsa under the Child-Sensitive Social Protection Project supported by @save_children. The training promoted transparent & rights-based service delivery. More: jctr.org.zm/en/strengthening…
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“Teaching should never be separated from love.” — @Pontifex Today, we honour teachers whose dedication shapes minds, nurtures potential & gives hope to future generations. Thank you for your service & for helping build a more just & equitable society. #HappyTeachersDay! 🇿🇲
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HAPPENING TODAY! Join us at 4 PM CAT as we unpack the 2026 Season of Creation theme and explore water stewardship, climate resilience & ecological justice. 🕓 Zoom opens: 4 PM 🔗 Link: us02web.zoom.us/j/8407052690… Meeting ID: 840 7052 6903 Passcode: 873175 #SeasonOfCreation
What does “Living Water” mean for Africa’s ecological future? Join us for a conversation on faith, water stewardship, climate resilience & ecological justice. 📅 2 Oct | 🕓 4 PM CAT | 💻 Zoom 🔗 jctr.org.zm/en/virtual-conve…
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What does “Living Water” mean for Africa’s ecological future? Join us for a conversation on faith, water stewardship, climate resilience & ecological justice. 📅 2 Oct | 🕓 4 PM CAT | 💻 Zoom 🔗 jctr.org.zm/en/virtual-conve…
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS | JCTR BULLETIN 136 What do the 2026 elections reveal about our democracy? We invite academic articles, opinion pieces & poetry under the theme: “Peace, the Work of Justice: Zambia Before, During & After the Ballot.” More: jctr.org.zm/en/call-for-arti…
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📢 CALL FOR CONSULTANCY JCTR & @people_in_need are seeking an Expert Consultant – Research, Policy and Budget Analysis under the EU-Funded Local Empowerment & Development – CSO LEADs Project. Consultancy will support 30+ CSOs across Zambia. ToRs here: jctr.org.zm/en/call-for-cons…
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📻 COMMUNITY VOICES ON WASH & THE 2027 NATIONAL BUDGET Tune in to Millennium Radio 90.5 FM at 11:00 AM CAT, Friday, for: “Community Experiences: 2027 National Budget Expectations to the WASH Sector.” Ms. Kapilya (JCTR) will be joined by community members from Monze & Mazabuka.
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🕊️ We remember Fr. Peter Henriot, S.J., with gratitude for his life of faith, justice, and service. 📅 16 Sept 2026 🕠 17:30 hrs 📍 St. Ignatius Parish, Lusaka "Well done, good and faithful servant." Matt. 25:23 #FrPeterHenriot #JCTR #RestInPeace
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Democracy's not a destination. It is a process requiring citizen participation, accountability, rule of law, & an informed public. This #InternationalDayOfDemocracy, let's recommit to protecting human dignity & strengthening democratic institutions More: jctr.org.zm/en/international…
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A Message from the JCTR Board & Management on the passing of Fr. Peter Henriot, SJ, former Executive Director of the JCTR, whose life and ministry left a lasting impact on Zambia & beyond. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Read more about Pete here: jctr.org.zm/en/former-jctr-d…
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Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection retweeted
What a loss. So sad to lose Fr Peter Henriot, S.J. What a man. What a leader he was & a serious voice of social justice. One of the fulfilling times of my work was working under Pete. My first day at JCTR, he met me half way the 2 office buildings from his office (at the back) to walk me to his office at Luwisha House. I was truly humbled by this gesture. He was such a humble, fair & transparent leader. He was never afraid to have key issues discussed in the Monday staff meeting instead of being referred to Mgt. Every time he returned from trips, he came with chocolate & candy to share with all staff members. When me & my wife lost a baby in 2010, his words & messages of comfort truly moved us. Funny thing is that he has been on my mind the last one month with one of his key lessons about working in civil society (activism) & working with govt. He always emphasised that we should cooperate but never co-opted. How civil society leaders today need that lesson. He was truly one of a kind & true believer & voice for social justice. Zambia is grateful for your voice & works including the building of JCTR . There would be no JCTR without you. Go well Pete. Rest in Eternal Peace.
(JCTR) mourns the passing of former Director Fr. Peter Henriot, SJ, who died on 12 September 2026 at the age of 90. Fr. Henriot led JCTR for 22 years and was a prominent voice on poverty, debt, economic justice and development in Zambia. Read more: jctr.org.zm/en/former-jctr-d…
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Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection retweeted
Fr. Peter Henriot is largely responsible for the kind of economist I aspire to be—one overwhelmingly concerned with questions of economic justice. I discovered him on television as a teenager in the 90s, during Zambia’s tumultuous encounter with IMF structural adjustment, and I knew instantly that I wanted to pursue economics in service of justice the way Fr. Pete did. Years later, as a student at the University of Zambia, I was blessed to spend time with him. On some Sunday afternoons, he would show up to the university chapel to discuss questions of justice with students, bringing faith, rigorous social analysis, and an unflinching commitment to the poor. I hope to continue to follow in his footsteps. Rest in peace, Fr. Pete and thank you for the inspiration.
(JCTR) mourns the passing of former Director Fr. Peter Henriot, SJ, who died on 12 September 2026 at the age of 90. Fr. Henriot led JCTR for 22 years and was a prominent voice on poverty, debt, economic justice and development in Zambia. Read more: jctr.org.zm/en/former-jctr-d…
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(JCTR) mourns the passing of former Director Fr. Peter Henriot, SJ, who died on 12 September 2026 at the age of 90. Fr. Henriot led JCTR for 22 years and was a prominent voice on poverty, debt, economic justice and development in Zambia. Read more: jctr.org.zm/en/former-jctr-d…
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JCTR was on the ground for Zambia's 2026 General Elections. 🇿🇲🗳️ Our monitors tracked polling in Lusaka, Lundazi, Mongu, Kasama, Livingstone, Kitwe, Ndola, Katete, Mansa, Chipata and the National Results Centre. Read more here: jctr.org.zm/en/2026-general-…
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Every vote counts & every count's transparent. Ballots are counted immediately after polls close in the presence of accredited party agents, monitors, & observers. Results are then announced & publicly posted at the polling station. #Elections2026 #KnowYourRights #CitizensVoice
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July Cost of Living Analysis: District Disparity in the Cost of Living 📍Lusaka: ZMW 11,698.42 📍Chinsali: ZMW 6,350.67 Our July 2026 #BNNB shows that housing & energy — not just food — are driving cost-of-living differences across districts. Read more: jctr.org.zm/en/july-2026-bas…
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