ADAPT-PLAN in Malawi

ADAPT-PLAN in Malawi

Challenge  Even though strong political will and commitment are shown to address the issue of climate change in Malawi, notably through various dedicated strategies as well as the Malawi Growth and Development Strategy III (2017–2022), major barriers exist to...
Solar Energy for Women’s Empowerment in Burundi

Solar Energy for Women’s Empowerment in Burundi

Challenge In Burundi, there is an excessive use of firewood for fuel and low electrification rate (5%, compared to average of 16% across Africa, 41% average in other low-income countries). This limits economic capacity and impedes on children’s access to education....

Legislative Support Project II (LSPII)

Challenge The Parliament of the United Republic of Tanzania is the country’s supreme organ for legislation, oversight, budget approval and representation. It is the key accountability mechanism between citizens and the Government. In advancing participatory...
Solar Energy for Women’s Empowerment in Burundi

Niger Husband Schools

Challenge Niger has the highest fertility rate in the world and one of the highest maternal mortality rates (648 maternal deaths/100,000 living births in 2006; 545/100,000 in 2011). A decision-making space has been created where husbands can encourage others to...