Community members in Western Province are using the Community Score Card to monitor education services at Sonso Primary, Mataa Combined, Kalolo Lelwa Primary, Imusho Combined Schools among others. This community-led effort has led to improved accountability and better education outcomes The V&A is made possible with financial support from the Japanese Social Development Fund (JSDF)…
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Equipped with new skills from capacity building workshops, community members in Chiutika area are successfully using the Community Score Card to monitor education services at Chiltika Primary School, Mambwe District, Eastern Province . This community-led effort has led to improved accountability and better education outcomes The V&A is made possible with financial support from the…
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While in Eastern Province, a team led by the #CSPR Board Chairperson Mr. Partner Siabutuba and #CSPR Executive Director Ms. Isabel Mukelabai paid courtesy calls on the Ministry of Education’s Provincial Education Office, and the District Administration Office ahead of the Provincial Engagement Meeting on Education Service Delivery in Eastern Province Among other key observations,…
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Through the Voice and Accountability (V&A) project, #CSPR in collaboration with Partnership for Transparency – PTF has continued to empower community members of Kamanda Ward in Mambwe District with social accountability skills and knowledge for improved delivery of education services, enhanced transparency, and a better quality of life for all. Chiutika community members, equipped with…
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In commemoration of Zambia’s 60th Independence Anniversary, children from #CSPR‘s Child Rights School Clubs came together to showcase their talents and advocate for their rights. The CSPR Child Rights School Clubs seek to expand civil and fiscal space for children’s rights, advocating for policy changes to support child-centered initiatives, and ensuring national resource allocation prioritizes…
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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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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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Access to accurate information and demanding for rights remains a challenge among some citizens in most rural parts of Zambia. In a bid to complement government efforts and bridge the gap that exists between communities and duty bearers, CSPR in Western Province through the voice and accountability project has embarked on mass sensitization activities through…
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Participants include the Ministries of Finance and National Planning, Local Government and Rural Development, Community Development and Social Services, and the Ministry of Education. Partners include the World Bank, the Japanese Embassy and Partnership for Transparency Fund. Project Advisory committee members including NGOCC, FAWEZA, and ZANEC are also present giving feedback on the findings of…
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