Speedy is supporting a charity which assists local communities in Africa to deliver essential, low-cost community buildings. It is donating a range of equipment to Build IT International, including power tools, concrete mixers, PPE, access towers and a mini excavator. The initiative is designed to improve trainees’ skills base and give them a better chance of finding work.

The donated items will arrive in Zambia by March 2011, in time to be allocated to six projects that Build IT International has lined up for the coming year. Steve Corcoran, Chief Executive of Speedy said: “We are very pleased to be associated with Build IT International and the fantastic work that they are doing. Even during tough times, it is important to continue supporting those less fortunate than ourselves.”

Steve is pictured, left, with Andrew Jowett, Director of Build IT International, who commented: “This fantastic donation of equipment will make a huge difference to our work in Zambia. Our projects train local people in building skills so that they can go on and earn a better living.”