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Groundbreaking Gender-Specific Debt Monitoring Survey in Southern Province to Promote Transparency and Women’s Participation in Public Debt Management

August 22, 2024

As part of the Advocacy for Transparency and Enhanced Women Participation in Public Debt Management in Zambia project, CSPR conducted a groundbreaking gender-specific debt monitoring survey in Southern Province, Zambia. The survey was conducted in Choma, Kalomo, Mapanza, Monze, and Mazabuka. The survey sought to assess the impact of public debt policies on women, and…
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CSPR Highlights Commitment to Poverty Reduction at the 2024 Economic Summit, Engages with Key Stakeholders on Zambia’s Sustainable Economic Transformation

July 28, 2024

The 2024 Economic Summit brought together esteemed experts, policymakers, and stakeholders under the timely theme: “Navigating Zambia’s Sustainable Economic Transformation: Integrating Climate Change Adaptation and Sustainable Financing Mechanisms Post Debt Restructuring.” CSPR Programs Officers showcased the organization’s impactful work at the 2024 Economic Summit in Lusaka, highlighting its commitment to poverty reduction. The Minister of…
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Successful Ten-Day World Bank Mission Evaluates Voice and Accountability Project Impact in Sinda and Vubwi Districts

July 25, 2024

The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) facilitated a just ended ten-day implementation support World Bank mission visit in Eastern province’ Sinda and Vubwi districts from July 15th to 23rd, 2024. The mission aimed to assess the progress and impact of the Voice and Accountability (V&A) project in these districts. A key component of the…
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CSPR hosts the Solwezi district Dialogue meeting on budget tracking findings in North Western province

July 19, 2024

The meeting discussed how Government funds are utilised on community projects and other areas of development. The meeting was attended by the Ward Councilor for Kimasala, representatives from Ward Development Committees and community members among others. The dialogue forum was made possible with support from the Joint Country Programme that comprises the Norwegian Church Aid…
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FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND VILLAGE BANKING CAPACITY BUILDING WORKSHOP

July 17, 2024

By educating community members on effective money management, budgeting, and savings techniques, the Civic Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) with support from the Joint Country Program (JCP) has enabled Mufumbwe community members to make informed financial decisions and break the cycle of poverty. Capacity building and training of communities in financial literacy and village banking…
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“Citizens’ Voice Project Hosts Round-Table Discussion to Address Legislator-Constituent Disconnect Post-Elections

June 24, 2024

The Citizens’ Voice project held an engagement meeting to address the disconnect between legislators and constituents’ post-elections. The discussion involved 20 legislators, six civil society organizations (CSOs), eight constituents from four provinces, and staff from Parliament. This second meeting under the project was the first to include CSOs, legislators, and constituents in a round-table discussion…
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CSPR hosted a training on advocacy for children from local schools including Mwapona Community School, Adastra Combined School, Choma Primary School, and St. Mulumba Special School in Choma, Southern Province

June 21, 2024

The training also housed key stakeholders such as like-minded NGOs and the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services. The training focused on building advocacy skills to empower pupils from the Child Governance Club to address community and Child-related issues. Participants engaged in interactive discussions to explore concepts like advocacy, lobbying, and transparency, fostering a…
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raining on social accountability and advocacy skills for community members in Southern and Western provinces

June 6, 2024

CSPR successfully conducted a training on social accountability and advocacy skills for community members in Southern and Western provinces. Participants were drawn from Mabinga, Chiyabi, State Ranch and Mulangu wards, respectively. The training enabled individuals to become effective advocates for themselves and their communities, contributing to positive social change and sustainable development. This activity is…
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Chiyabi Ward, Sinazongwe

May 25, 2024

CSPR in partnership with the Green Living Movement (GLM) is training community members on Advocacy Skills and Social Accountability in Chiyabi Ward of Sinazongwe District, Southern Province. This training will help the community members to learn more on how they can advocate for themselves and how they will use the social accountability tools. Sinazongwe district…
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CSPR Achieves Success with Community Sensitization Activity in Kapijimpanga Chiefdom

May 16, 2024

The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) has successfully conducted a community sensitization activity in Kapijimpanga Chiefdom, North-Western Province. The roadshow aimed to raise awareness among community members about key policies, including Parliamentary Standing Orders and the Constituency Development Fund (CDF), among others. Through this initiative, CSPR effectively engaged with the local community, promoting understanding…
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