With support from the Open Society Foundation (OSF), the Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) is conducting a groundbreaking research study in Mansa and Samfya districts. This pioneering study seeks to shed light on the often-overlooked consequences of Zambia’s public debt and debt management policies on women’s access to essential public services. By examining the…
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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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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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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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With support from the #OpenSocietyFoundation (OSF), the Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) has trained young people in North-Western Province on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) agreement with Zambia and Its implications on the economic prospects of young people in Zambia. The meeting also generated a level of awareness and understanding among participants on the…
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On April 16th, 2024, the Southern Province Project Management Team (SPPMT) of the Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) organized community trainings in Monze aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in government debt management. Held in Nteeme community, the training focused on empowering the youth to hold the government accountable for the transparent and accountable…
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In a bid to strengthen advocacy, the Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) with support from the International Labour Organization (ILO) is hosting a training on the MicroZAMOD Economic simulation model. The CSOs are drawn from the Social Protection Advocacy Coalition (SPAC). The Coalition seeks to enhance social protection analysis to influence policy direction in…
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The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) has trained Lusaka`s Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) on the national-level budget Analysis process. The training covered various aspects including the importance of social accountability and CSO mobilization during the budget cycle. Guest trainers on social protection and poverty overview, and the national budget analysis process include Susan Mwiche…
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CSPR in partnership with the Joint Country Program of the Norwegian Church Aid and Danish Church Aid has in March 2024, supported community members of Matushi ward in Mufumbwe and Kimasala ward in solwezi to conduct the ongoing annual budget tracking and administering score cards in Northwestern Province. The findings will be shared with relevant…
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The Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) and the Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) have convened the national consultative meeting in a bid to address the high cost of living in Zambia. The meeting discussed a wide range of issues stretching from the current data and trends related to the cost of living, poverty…
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