Support to the African Peace and Security architecture in cooperation with the African Union and the Institute for Peace and Security Studies

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In 2017, more than one third of all global high intensity conflicts took place on the African continent. Besides the grave imminent consequences of conflict, this situation presents one of the greatest obstacles to economic, political and social development in Africa. Commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented … Continued

Development through Biodiversity; the Virunga Case

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Virunga National Park in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo offers an innovative model of how to protect a globally important natural area that is also incredibly vulnerable, due to conflict, population pressures and lack of social justice. It directly addresses issues of security, job creation, energy provision and women’s participation, all under … Continued

Appui aux initiatives éco-entrepreneuriales au Togo

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The Togo Climate Innovation Laboratory (CIL TOGO) is a platform for promoting and supporting eco-innovative climate change adaptation and mitigation initiatives; it focuses on the best projects from eco-entrepreneurs and young people aimed at solving the environmental challenges faced by Togolese communities and businesses. The project intervenes in environmental protection using mechanisms that promote and … Continued

Projet d’appui aux gouvernements ouverts des pays en développement francophones (PAGOF)

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The Open Government Support Program in Francophone Developing Countries (PAGOF) promotes the transparency and co-construction of public policies in order to make public action more responsive, inclusive and responsible. This includes involving citizens and mobilizing new technologies. Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire and Tunisia have recently expressed their willingness to join the community of practice of … Continued

LONDO

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The LONDO (“Stand Up”) Project is an emergency operation funded by the World Bank to provide temporary employment for poor and vulnerable people in the Central African Republic (CAR). The project aims to contribute to the CAR Government’s goal of (i) promoting social cohesion; (ii) improving local governance; and (iii) supporting economic recovery. LONDO is … Continued