The Civil Society For Poverty Reduction (CSPR) with support from the European Union held an engagement meeting aimed at fostering stronger connections between local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and the office of the Members of Parliament (MPs) in Mongu. By equipping local CSOs with essential knowledge on how constituency offices operate, CSPR is paving the…
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As part of the Access To Information (ATI) Coalition in Zambia, #CSPR has convened a meeting to interrogate the efficacy of the Access To Information (ATI) Act No. 24 of 2024 in Zambia. Having recognized the critical role of the ATI law in promoting transparency, accountability and good governance, the meeting has since resolved to…
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In Zambia, the participation of young and elderly people in governance spaces and electable positions is crucial for fostering inclusive democratic processes. Appearing on ZNBC radio2 on the EU sponsored program jointly implemented by BBC and CSPR, CSPR’s Social Accountability Expert noted that young people, who make up a significant portion of the population, are…
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To engage young people and duty bearers in critical discussions, CSPR organized a football tournament in Eastern Province to educate youth on public debt management, foster transparency and accountability, and encourage youth participation in economic decision-making CSPR remains committed to creating a more informed and active citizenry capable of advocating for improved debt management and…
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Since 2021, the Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR), with support from Diakonia, has been implementing the Activating Women and Youth-led Accountability for Social Justice project in Mansa, Monze, and Choma. As this important initiative nears its conclusion this year, we reflect on its objectives and achievements. The project’s primary aim has been to empower…
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The Civil Society For Poverty Reduction (CSPR) has submitted an analysis of the 2025 national budget estimates for the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) Head 87 to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). In its submissions, CSPR contends that corruption has long been a significant barrier to national development in Zambia, disproportionately impacting the most vulnerable in our…
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CSPR recently hosted a highly successful interface meeting and information session on the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) in Sinazongwe District, benefiting Mweezya and Tekelo Wards. The main objective of this activity was to increase awareness and understanding of CDF guidelines and application process among community members. Through meetings such as this, CSPR aims to unlock…
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The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction-CSPR has convened a Village Parliament meeting for community members, Ward Development Committee members among others in Monze, Manungu Ward. Key among vital issues discussed include the lack of interpreters in public offices for persons living with disabilities, high mealie meal prices and stockouts, increased crime due to violent children…
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Women and youth groups in three wards of Rufunsa District have been urged to take advantage of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) to build resilience in the face of climate challenges. This comes after information sessions organized by the Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR), under the Voices for Just Climate Action (VCA) project. The…
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The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) with support from network members from August 27th to September, 2nd 2024, held District Dialogue and interface meetings in Eastern Province in four districts of Vubwi, Sinda, Katete, and Mambwe. The interactive District dialogue and interface meetings brought together stakeholders, such as officials from the District Education Board…
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