Case Studies - Africa, Caribbean & Pacific

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	West-African Power Pool Programme (WAPP) The full story
	Strenghtening Non-State Actors in The Gambia The Non-State Actors (NSA) Strenghtening Programme aimed to equip NSAs with a greater capacity to engage with the Government and to play a more effective role in The Gambia's national development process. One of the NSA beneficiaries was GAMCOTRAP. The full story
	Rural Electrification Project in Cabo Delgado province In Cabo Delgado it is expected that local industries, local trade, employment, and social welfare for the population can be supported by providing an adequate supply of energy and through electrification of health and education facilities. The full story
	Local Initiatives for Solar Electrification in Mauritania - PILES Through the PILES project, 400 households have received a solar kit providing them with light and 12V power. Two conservation centres and two multifunctional platforms allow villagers to get access to electricity and improve productivity. The full story
	Reviving Cameroon Coffee Sector The All ACP Agricultural Commodities Programme (AAACP) facilitated the development and implementation of a national coffee strategy through a participatory approach. This has led to significant improvements all along the value chain. The full story
	Media for Reconciliation: Radio and Film supporting demobilisation and reintegration in Rwanda The project provides the population living in border regions of Rwanda and DRC with practical information on the FDLR demobilisation process and community reintegration of ex-combatants through radio and video screenings and support to local media. The full story
	Empowering communities in Malawi to move out of food insecurity 25 communities in 3 districts in Malawi are empowered to move out of food insecurity through increasing capacity and knowledge on improved agricultural practices, enhanced irrigation, fish farming and cash access through saving schemes. The full story
	Green Health – Back Yard Gardening to increase food production among vulnerable households in Malawi 5 000 people living with HIV-AIDS in the Zomba District, are organised in "positive living" clubs which teach to produce more, diverse and nutritious food, to reduce losses of food to pests and to generate income to help them in periods of need. The full story
	Enhancing Livestock Production to support vulnerable populations in Kenya affected by volatile food prices The project is part of a global food facility project funded by the EU in response to the soaring food prices of 2008 / 2009. The project was designed to support livestock derived food production in both the dry lands and the higher rainfall areas. The full story
	Developing a community-based approach to HIV/AIDS in Cunene (Angola) The German and the Angolan Red Cross have joined the battle against AIDS prioritising the Cunene Province. The project and its services were unique in Cunene as it was the only project/organisation carrying out sensitisation as well as offering home The full story
	Livestock for food security and poverty alleviation in Angola According to the Human Development Report 2011, Angola has a low human development. The project aimed to improve the livelihood of families of small farmers/breeders of cattle with special attention to the most vulnerable groups in the Municipality o The full story
	Increased Food Security in Mozambique This project in Mozambique aims to improve the Food Security Situation of the population living in Nhamatanda, Buzi and Marracuene districts through increased production and better commercialization of agricultural products. The full story
	Enhancing Livestock Production (ELP) to support vulnerable populations in Kenya affected by volatile food prices Managing livestock diseases is of critical importance for Kenya to combat rising levels of poverty in its arid lands, and capitalize on its huge livestock resource. The full story
	Promoting the use of the Aloe plant in Kenya This project has empowered the communities to promote the use of the aloe plant, they have been trained on propagation of the plant for on-farm multiplication and subsequent marketing to the local factory for processing. The full story
	Empowering and accompanying rural communities in their transformation to resilient eco-villages in Tanzania The eco-villages approach is an innovative, holistic and community-based intervention relying on detailed vulnerability assessments. The response strategy in each ecosystem is bottom-up and tailor made to the specific needs of the final beneficiaries The full story
	Developing energy enterprises in East Africa The Developing energy enterprises project East Africa (DEEP EA), works to create a sustainable and widespread industry of small energy enterprises, providing energy services and employment in rural and peri-urban areas of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. The full story
	Supporting the improvement of public financial management in the Government of South Africa The project develops financial management policies, standards and human capacities and supports the implementation of the Public Finance Management Act. The full story
	Helping to improve school infrastructure in South Africa The project assists the Department of Education to provide school buidings, furniture and fittings, water and sanitation and electricity to under-resourced schools. The full story
	Supporting South Africa to address HIV and AIDS at universities This programme reduces the spread of HIV and AIDS in the higher education and mitigates its impact through panning and capacity development. The full story
	Giving land access to rural communities in Angola The Land Law of 2004 allows rural communities to entitle for land rights but this aspect of the law is not yet operational. This project supported the implementation of the land law in order to give a secure land access to rural communities. The full story
	Increasing and diversifying agricultural production in Malawi The programme focuses on management of natural resources, reduction in post harvest losses, increased and diversified agricultural production, promotion of income generation through agri-business initiatives and agro-processing. The full story
	Enhancing smallholder farmer productivity in Zimbabwe With EU assistance, farmers accessed fertilizers and technical advice to grow export bananas.A private company,exporting bananas,ensures access to market while providing the seedlings.The farmers also received support to grow maize for food security. The full story
	Improving food security through sustainable water management in Eritrea The project aims to enhance food security and improve the livelihoods of targeted households in Senafe sub-zone, Debub region, through soil and water conservation measures. The full story
	Addressing food and livelihood security in drought and war affected rural populations in Eritrea The project aims at strengthening food and livelihood security of drought and war affected agro-pastoralists by improving access to productive agricultural inputs and facilities, increasing access to water and improving conditions of livestock. The full story
	Irrigation development programme in Zimbabwe The SMIDSP is developing 1800 ha of community owned irrigation schemes in drier areas of Zimbabwe (Natural Regions III, IV and V). About 50 projects are being developed or rehabilitated to enable farmers to produce and market food and cash crops. The full story
	Support to Vulnerable Farming Households Affected by Increasing Food and Commodity Prices in Lesotho In order to mitigate the impact of soaring food and agricultural input prices, the EU provided €4 million through FAO in Lesotho to support vulnerable, food insecure farming households. 36 300 households received quality agricultural supplies. The full story
	Low cost crop storage in rural Mozambique In the rural communities of northern Mozambique, this project steps up the usage of successfully tested low cost post-harvest technology and establishes community based seed multiplication systems. The full story
	Supporting rural poor communities in Mozambique against the effect of soaring food prices In order to buffer against the effects of soaring food prices, the EU supports FAO in improving the food security and livelihood situation of rural poor agricultural families in Mozambique. The full story
	Management of marine resources to promote economic development in the Indian Ocean This is a regional programme for the sustainable management of the coastal zones of 7 countries of the Indian Ocean. It is an initiative of the Indian Ocean Commission, funded by the European Union for a total of €18 million. The full story
	Providing access to energy in Northern Uganda (PAMENU) To reduce poverty and improve the quality of life for people living in rural areas of Northern Uganda. The full story
	Building a Social Safety Net through Cash Transfers in Bomi County, Liberia Among the 10.000 households of Bomi County, three out of four do not have enough to eat. Some 2,000 households are both deeply poor and have no adult able to work. The cash transfer programme provides financial assistance to these families. The full story
	Fighting hunger in Ethiopia through cash transfers for participating in public works The project aims to achieve food security for the chronically food insecure through cash transfers for participating in public works during 6 months a year. The full story
	Community capacity building programme in Swaziland ACH is aiming to train, coach and follow up health staff working in the communities and in facilities in order to increase early identification and referral of malnutrition and to improve feeding practices. The full story
	Improving agricultural growth in Africa The Comprehensive Africa Agricultural Development Programme (CAADP) forms Africa's framework for agriculture-led development. It stimulates African countries to improve agricultural policies and plans, and to step up investments in agriculture. The full story
	Supporting the rural population through a new tenure system in Rwanda Within the broader context of Strategic Plan for Environment and Natural Resources, the Land Tenure Reform programme reduce the vulnerability of the rural population by providing incentives through the new tenure system. The full story
	Supporting farmers to cope with rising prices of agricultural commodities in Zambia This project contributes to greater food security, increased food production and more sustainable use of resources, by improving access to agricultural inputs and promoting environmental principles. It reachs almost 60 000 farmers. The full story
	Improving food security of small cane planters in Mauritius This project aims at improving the competitiveness of sugarcane small landholders through their effective regrouping, in a bid to ensure the survival of the vulnerable planting community. The full story
	Fighting hunger through improved rice culture in Liberia The EU and the UN are jointly implementing a €10.9 million food security and nutrition programme in Liberia, seeking at enhancing agricultural production, rehabilitating damaged agricultural infrastructure and creating marketing opportunities. The full story
	Increasing transparency and efficiency in Liberian public finances The project improves the accountability and effectiveness in the management of the public finances in Liberia. It also supports the General Audit Commission to ensure sustainable human resources management systems for the future. The full story
	Worm eradication in Northern Ghana This water, sanitation and hygiene project has the overall objective of improving the health status and quality of life of people living in communities endemic with guinea worm disease in the Northern Region, Ghana. The full story
	Improving transport infrastucture in Ghana This project aims at providing a sound planning framework for the transport sector, informing the sector’s service, meeting the country's needs in economic development, regional integration and social cohesion. The full story
	Building incomes while preserving forest in Tanzania The project will improve forest condition in the targetted communities (10 villages in Manyara region) through participatory forest management systems and to fight poverty through forest based livelihood activities. The full story
	Development of a management strategy for the Minkebe Forest in Gabon The project aims at working with all stakeholders (authorities, local communities and logging companies) to allow customary village hunting – only on foot – and within a distance of 15 km from the villages. The full story
	Improving food security in Malawi The Dedza Food Security Improvement Project increased agricultural productivity and income in Dedza district (Malawi). In just four years it has achieved a decrease in malnutrition rates from 27% to 16%. The full story
	Improving environmental management in Tanzania Coastal communities in Rufiji, Mafia and Kilwa districts increase their income through participatory and equitable use and protection of their natural resources. The full story
	Supporting growth and know how of African microfinance institutions SMARTRAC is a capacity building program designed for microfinance institutions that wish to improve their skills for managing and monitoring risks and sustainable performance. The full story
	Enhancing the participation of students and youth in decision making and civil society in Sudan The project aims at increasing political participation of the youth in Sudan influencing policies favouring youth participation and reducing violence on university campus. The full story
	Improving education and vocational opportunities in rural areas in Zambia The project aims at increasing the working capacity of people of the Lusaka province in Zambia by providing vocational education and trainings for the most vulnerable population. The full story
	Improving service delivery and local governance in Zambia The projects aims at improving service delivery and efficiency of decision making by local authorities by changing their management skills, improving their performance review standards and raising people's awareness on decentralisation policy. The full story
	Agricultural rehabilitation and diversification of irrigation schemes in Southern Somalia Rehabilitation of selected irrigation systems; improved agricultural production using irrigation and diversified cropping practised on traditional farmland and capacity building of relevant organisations and administrations to fulfil their role. The full story
	Income Generating Public Works Programme in Malawi The Income Generating Public Works Programme (IGPWP) uses labour intensive approaches to generate income and promote productive activities for the rural and peri-urban poor by assisting them to develop sustainable livelihoods. The full story
	Income Generating Public Works Programme in Malawi The Income Generating Public Works Programme (IGPWP) uses labour intensive approaches to generate income and promote productive activities for the rural and peri-urban poor by assisting them to develop sustainable livelihoods. The full story
	Redistributing land and improving land rights registration in Namibia The project aims at building the capacity of the Namibian Ministry of Lands and Resettlement to manage land affairs in an equitable and timely manner, through better land registration, valuation and land resettlement. The full story
	Supporting basic education in Zambia The project aims at improving the quality of education in community schools in Zambia. Its objective is to provide quality basic education to disadvantaged children and orphans by improving the infrastructure and teachers' qualifications. The full story
	Keeping poultry alive in Angola This project develops local capacities to control avian flu in Angola. Main activities are: information and vaccination campaigns, technical assistance and veterinary scouts training, national production of vaccine support The full story
	International Women's day 2009 On the occasion of the Women's International Day in 2009, and for the third year running, EuropeAid launched a drawing competition in order to call on the children in third countries to express their vision of women/men The full story
	Climate adaptation for livelihoods in coastal areas of South Western Nigeria This pilot action aims to enhance the capacity of fishing communities. It adapts to the impacts of flood risks arising from rainfall and storm surges through data collection, education and public awareness. The full story
	Yelula/U-khâi: Strengthening community responses to HIV/AIDS in Namibia At the heart of the HIV and AIDS response is the tremendous work done at community level with minimal resources. In 5 regions of Namibia, Yelula/U-khâi taps into these networks and seeks appropriate ways of supporting their growth and effectiveness. The full story
	Peace and Security in Africa The European Union and the African Union (AU) concluded a financing agreement of € 300 million on the African Peace Facility (APF) at the margin of the 12th AU Summit. The peace facility is a major financing instrument of the joint Africa-EU strategy The full story
	Helping ACP fruit and vegetables exporters meet regulations and market requirements The PIP is helping smallholder fruit and vegetables exporters to comply with European food safety regulations and commercial requirements. The full story
	Kenya dairy goats and capacity building project The goal of the project is to assist poor African farmers to improve their well-being through more effective use of their resources. The project works with the whole Community to improve dairy goat breeding and livestock productivity. The full story
	Local Economic Development (LED) in Limpopo, South Africa Local economic development combines grant funding with technical assistance to help municipalities improve their business, remove barriers to job creation, and co-finance business growth opportunities. The full story
	Accross the river: A transboundary peace park for Sierra Leone and Liberia The programme aims at ensuring the land tenure and rights of local communities in sustainable forest management. The project focuses also on forest conservation financing as well as on carbon finance and ecotourism. The full story
	Strengthening community-based adaptation to Malaria Strengthening community-based interventions to reduce vulnerability to climate-sensitive epidemic malaria in Kakamega and Kericho and contribute to a regional community-based malaria intervention strategy. The full story
	Audiovisual tools for community-based adaptation to climate change, Malawi This ACCCA pilot action was selected because of its clear goal to integrate the knowledge generated by the Malawi Meteorological Service into the extended community-level activities of the Malawi Red Cross Society. The full story
	Strengthening and empowering civil society for participatory forest management in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda The programme aims at promoting a pro-poor approach to forest management by strengthening and empowering civil society in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. The full story
	ECOFAC IV: Conservation and rational use of forest ecosystem in Central Africa The project aim is to guarantee the long-term conservation and sustainable management of natural resources in 7 Central African countries: Cameroon, the Central African Republic, the DRC, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon and São Tomé and Príncipe. The full story
	Integrated Improved Wood Fuels Services for Poverty Reduction and Environmental Conservation in Tanzania Biomass fuels (wood, charcoal) account for 90% of the total energy consumption of the population in Tanzania. Production and use of wood fuels are dominated by inefficient technologies, implying wasteful consumption of wood and high costs. The full story
	Strengthening the adaptive capacity of rural poor to water scarcity in drylands, Kenya The purpose of the pilot action was to strengthen the capacity of dryland communities to cope with the impacts of climate change, improve food production and ultimately livelihoods. The full story
	TroFCCA: Tropical Forests and Climate Change Adaptation in Southeast Asia, West Africa and Central America TroFCCA wishes to contribute to national processes of adaptation to climate change, by streamlining adaptation into national development processes through the assessment of vulnerability and the identification of of adaptation strategies. The full story
	Energy services centres for rural communities in Mozambique In a context where electricity is a luxury from which only few can benefit, the project aims at improving access to electric services to heath centres and also to citizens for private use. The full story
	Understanding the findings of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) 4th Assessment Report The project seeks to improve understanding of climate change risks by policymakers through convening national level science-policy dialogues, creating communication strategies for climate change and conducting regional knowledge assessment. The full story
	The Conservation of the Sierra Leone Western Area Peninsula Forest Reserves and its Watershed The introduction and establishment of participatory processes in decision making on the use of sustainable natural resources and biodiversity and pro-poor sustainable growth in the Weatern Area Peninsula Forest reserves. The full story
	Tabeisa, South Africa Tabeisa assists with strategies to encourage black economic empowerment by helping entrepreneurs from disadvantaged communities to set up small businesses. The full story
	Climate change threatening communities in the Lake Victoria region, Tanzania The action promoted adaptation alternatives in the fishing communities of the Ukerewe District (Lake Victoria). It highlighted sustainability and environmental problems, provided communities with methodologies for changes in water level and quality. The full story
	Community-assisted access to sustainable energy (CASE), Rwanda CASE sets up market-based and sustainable ways of producing 24,000 improved, energy-efficient cooking stoves through capacity building of 6,000 vulnerable women, 300 orphans and 100 charcoal producers and helps to generate household income. The full story
	Building community roles and incentives in ecosystem conservation and management, Tanzania This project helps ensure key African ecosystems provide lasting conservation and livelihood benefits by strengthening policy and practice and the role of local communities in ecosystem management. The full story
	Sustaining the forest landscape in south-west Ethiopia The project seeks to maintain the forested landscape and ensure delivery of environmental services while improving livelihoods. It promotes sustainable forest management through local control, NTFP-development and carbon credit payments. The full story
	Decentralised Cooperation Programme: fighting the last pockets of poverty in Mauritius The Decentralised Cooperation Programme is a five-year programme supporting the implementation capacity of non-state actors engaged in alleviating poverty in Mauritius and Rodrigues. The full story
	The Gola Rainforest: a new, practical model for achieving sustainable protected areas in post-conflict Sierra Leone In December 2011 President Ernest Bai Koroma of Sierra Leone officially declared the EU supported Gola Rainforest as a National Park. The declaration reflects the country's commitments and the European Union's support to, international conventions on biodiversity and climate change. The full story
	Food security and adaptation to climate change in the Afram Plains, Ghana Poorly nourished people are unable to carry out otherwise effective adaptation strategies, therefore this pilot action focused on increased adaptive capacity through resilient resource management and diversification of income-generating activities. The full story
	Income Generating Public Works Programme (IGPWP) in Malawi The Income Generating Public Works Programme promotes productive and income-generating activities for the rural poor in Malawi. Village forestry clubs, directed primarily by women, belong to the main beneficiaries of the programme. The full story
	Improving forest management to sustain livelihoods in Malawi The main goal of the EU-funded project is to improve the livelihoods of rural communities through conservation and sustainable use of Malawi's forest resources. The full story
	National Initiative for Civic Education in Malawi (NICE) The EU-funded National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) aims at supporting democratic development across the whole country. This 10-year-old project has nation-wide coverage and has been widely acclaimed for its impact. The full story
	Promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights Affordable HIV/AIDS care and support is provided to towns and villages in the four Indian states mostly affected by the disease. The project tackles stigma at a local level and helps to sustain a non-discriminatory schooling environment for children. The full story
	Improving Water Management in the Southern Africa Region The Southern Africa region suffers from water scarcity, which can generate conflict and political instability. This project contributes to promote regional integration by enhancing common water management. The full story
	WSS Pilot project in four needy areas of Douala, Cameroon In Duala, Cameroon, a water sanitation project aims to change the reality of three million people, since only 25% of them have access to clean water while most of the inhabitants have often to drink water taken from polluted public wells. The full story
	Tackling Child Labour through Education (TACKLE) Across the world some 218 million children below the age of 18 are involved in child labour. By providing access to basic education and training this project aims to tackle child labour and help individuals and nations lift themselves out of poverty. The full story
	Behaviour Change Communication through Radio In 1999, BBC Great Lakes Service launched a radio soap opera dealing with sexual and reproductive health. It is aimed at raising awareness and discussion among beneficiaries about sensitive issues considered taboo by Rwandan culture. The full story
	Providing universal access to treatment In Benin and Congo, the EU supports an integrated approach to HIV and Tuberculosis care. The National Health Care systems in the two countries have been reinforced through extensive capacity building measures to carry this holistic care of patients. The full story
	Nkundabana Initiative for Psychosocial Support (NIPS) Child-headed households in Rwanda are supported via a community-care network whereby volunteers serve as mentors to orphan children. This scheme has empowered many children and volunteers do carry on the mentor work even after the end of the project. The full story
	Fighting HIV transmission in Burkina Faso The project focuses on the fight against HIV transmission especially in young women and female sex workers. The creation of mobile testing centres has succeeded in increasing education, access to testing and raising awareness among the target groups. The full story
	Access to sustainable water and sanitation services, hygiene promotion and capacity building in water and sanitation & water resources management programme, Same District, Tanzania The EU water facility project aims to tackle poverty by improving access to sustainable water and sanitation services. Tanzania which suffered from a drought in 2005 is one of the countries to benefit from this water resources management programme. The full story
	Access to potable water in poor communities ofperi-urban areas in East Kinshasa and the city of Mbuji Mbayi The EU supports the construction of water and sanitation facilities in peri-urban areas of Congo in order to give access to affordable and sustainable quality water. The local community actively participates in this water resources management system. The full story
	Improving water facilities in Uganda In 2001 the EU supported the renovation of Mubende's (Uganda) water supply system dating from 1925. The increased, easier and affordable access to safe water contributed to reducing poverty levels and improving the quality of life in the area. The full story
	Repairs to the Kampala-Malaba Railway Line The EU supported the repair of the Kampala-Malaba railway connecting the country to Kenya and the port of Mombasa. By improving the line capacity and decreasing rail transport costs, the volume of freight transported increased and business benefited. The full story
	8th EDF Micro Projects Programme (MPP) The Micro Projects Programme in Uganda has achieved improved access to healthcare, primary education and water-sanitation facilities in poor rural areas. This community-led project has generated many employment opportunities and boosted rural economy The full story
	SAWLOG Production Grant Scheme (SPGS) The EU in just three years has successfully supported the commercial plantation of more than 5,000 hectares to tackle the major shortage of timber forests in Uganda. This has revitalised community-based associations and rural businesses in forestry. The full story
	Europe-Uganda Village 2007 The 2007 Europe-Uganda Village, organised under the theme of 'together in diversity' gave the participating Ugandan regions and EU Member States an opportunity to display the richness of their different cultures and demonstrate that unity is possible The full story
	Supporting freedom of speech in Sudan: restoring hope and building democracy for lasting peace Miraya FM, the UN radio network in Sudan, has established itself as the main and most reliable source of information, enabling people to be aware of ongoing political and socioeconomic news and has helped support peace and humanitarian processes. The full story
	Promoting land and women rights in Red Sea State, Eastern Sudan The Abuhadia Association, an EC partner, engages in conflict resolution and addresses women's rights in Red Sea State, eastern Sudan. They are particularly active in anti-female genital mutilation awareness raising and promoting female education. The full story
	Strengthening Dialogue between Non-State Actors, Administration and the International Community This project has helped Non-State Actors in Somalia to become more effective, legitimate and representative interlocutors to administrations, donors and international agencies by working in several groups and promoting dialogue with local authorities The full story
	Somalia Urban Development Programme (SUDP) The Somalia Urban Development Project contributes to the social and economic recovery of Somalia by supporting urban governance, management and service delivery in various towns. Training of local councillors on leadership is central to the project. The full story
	Employment Intensive Programme in Support of Mogadishu Promotion of community based employment projects is the only way to re-integrate crisis-affected groups and give them a sense of belonging. So far, 1 700 people (70% women) from the poorer sections of society have been recruited via the ILO programme The full story
	The Sool Plateau Livelihood and Food Security Project The EC has been helping pastoral farmers to address water shortages in north-east Somalia. Pastoral associations have been set-up and farmers receive regular training. Also, grazing lands can receive water more regularly via new water infrastructure. The full story
	Reducing the burden of Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPDs) in Kebbi State, Nigeria Since June 2004 the EC has been helping to strengthen routine immunisation of children in Nigeria. The project supports the government in improving the management of vaccination services, creating awareness and building the capacity of health workers The full story
	ECOWAS Statistical Development Programme (ECOSTAT) The Economic Community of West African States Statistical Development Programme is an initiative to coordinate-harmonize the different statistical methods used by Member States. Evaluating compliance with the regional integration criteria is easier. The full story
	Ikot Ukpong and Mbiotu II Road Project The EU using a Conflict Sensitive Approach to Project Development has managed to bring two conflicting Nigerian communities together to discuss a joined action plan. The construction of a road linking the two demonstrates the success of the exercise. The full story
	Primary Education Development Programme (PEDP) in Tanzania In 2001 the Tanzanian Government launched the PEDP to ensure that all children have equitable access to a good quality primary education. EU funding aims to strengthen the PEDP through increased levels of enrolment and improved education quality. The full story
	A comprehensive HIV treatment & care package in Zimbabwe Zimbabwe is one of the countries most severely affected by HIV/AIDS. Reducing the prevalence and harmful effects of HIV/AIDS and improving access to vulnerable rural populations is the focus of this project. The full story
	Kagamba-Rukungiri road, South Western Uganda The condition of the Kagamba-Rukungiri road was very poor due to inadequate maintenance and heavy use. An upgrade was funded by the EU to improve road safety and sustainability, lower costs and travel times and increase access to trade centres. The full story
	Water Supply Programme Regional Centres Phase I The extension and densification of water supply schemes are likely to affect hygiene in towns in Tanzania due to their inadequate sanitary infrastructure. Improved access to good quality water supplies is the project's main aim. The full story
	Ruvuma & Southern Iringa Road Maintenance Project (Tanzania) The road network in the regions of Ruvuma and Iringa was in very poor condition. The EU intervention aims to rehabilitate roads to a maintainable standard, thus opening up poor areas with agricultural and economic potential. The full story
	South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) To address past social inequalities and stimulate economic development, the South African government established a national Qualifications Authority (SAQA). With EU assistance SAQA is transforming the country's education system. The full story
	Cato Manor Development Programme (CMDP) Cato Manor is a vibrant makeshift and growing community of 150,000 people that thrived for half a century in the shadow of a city that excluded them. The CDMP redresses past wrongs through provision of housing, infrastructure and employment access. The full story
	Combating HIV & AIDS in Malawi and Mozambique Corridors between Malawi and Mozambique are an alarming focal point of HIV infection. Local village populations, truckers and sex workers moving along the two passages are mainly affected. APLLE aims to help combat the spread of the disease. The full story
	Improving sanitation conditions for slum dwellers in Nairobi, Kenya With a staggering population of well over 600,000 people, the sanitation conditions in the Mukuru slums almost constitute a humanitarian crisis. Increasing access to sanitation facilities is the focus of this project. The full story
	Support Programme for the Promotion of Education in Environmental Management (ARPEGE) In a context of alarming deterioration of the environment, Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius and Seychelles decided to set up a pilot project providing regional support for the promotion of an education for the management of the environment. The full story
	5th Micro-projects Programme, Ghana Between 2000 and 2005 a total of about 1950 micro-projects were carried out in Ghana with EU funding. Improving living standards among mainly poor rural communities with particular emphasis on women and children was the main aim. The full story
	Environmental Component Mercury amalgamation, which is used in the traditional gold separation process, is bad for health and the environment. Ghanaian miners are trained in alternative gold extraction processes adapted to Ghanaian conditions through EU support. The full story
	Cultural heritage and local economic development in Elmina and Old Accra Cultural heritage sites in Elmina and Old Accra have been conserved and are a basis for local economic development and poverty reduction, as they provide direct employment for the local population and are used to generate income. The full story
	Technical Cooperation Facility for Botswana Often studies or technical assistance needed for major policies and reforms are held back because of lengthy budget and contracting procedures or difficulty finding the right expertise. This initiative aims to improve and speed up the process. The full story
	Women against rape Women Against Rape provides support to women who are survivors of rape and other forms of violence. Counselling forms the backbone of their activities. They also provide legal support, rehabilitate perpetrators and raise awareness through education. The full story
	Education and Training Sector Policy Support Adequate financing and effective management of the education and training sector, and expansion of equitable access to quality primary and secondary education and training through budget support are the focus of this initiative. The full story
	Preservation of farm resources and improvement of food security for the vulnerable rural families of Damot Gale and Kacha Bira Food security is a major problem in Damot Gale and Kacha Bira. Through improved community water supply, natural resource conservation, agricultural development and promotion of reproductive health programmes livelihoods can be greatly improved. The full story
	Food security and livelihood recovery in Eastern Harrarghe zone of Oromia regional state of Ethiopia Eastern Harrarghe consists mostly of vulnerable rural populations dealing with degraded land, unreliable rainfall, and a lack of basic services and infrastructure. A series of relief, rehabilitation and development programmes have been implemented. The full story
	Construction of Sidjou - Idjikoundzi road The construction of the road from Sidjou to Idjkoundzi provides access to five villages in the region, allowing local people access to urban markets to sell their produce and providing secure access to basic services such as hospitals and schools. The full story
	Strengthening First-Line Health Providers Capacity through Mutual Cooperation in Burundi, Haïti and Guinea From the 640.000 people infected with AIDS in all these three countries, only less than 11.000 can have access to treatment. This project has improved access to health services and helped to increase awareness of patient's rights. The full story
	Combatting AIDS in Burkina Faso Until 2002, Burkina Faso didn’t have an efficient program to prevent the AIDS transmission from mother to child. Thanks to the pilot project funded by the EC, 15 000 women have received advisory sessions and anti retroviral drugs are now available The full story

Caribbean

	Improving Haiti's natural resources and water management, diversification of agriculture and aquaculture This project aims to increase and diversify agriculture and agro-forestry combined with improved natural resources and water management and aquaculture. It also seeks to build the capacity of decentralized agriculture service and local organizations. The full story
	Increasing the sustainability of the energy sector in the Caribbean The project seeks to promote a transition away from a dependency on imported fossil fuels and toward the use of sustainable energy technologies as a means of achieving poverty alleviation and security for the Caribbean The full story
	Reducing the vulnerability to floods and hurricanes in Caribbean countries The Caribbean Basin Radar Network will provide weather surveillance and warning and reduce vulnerability to natural disaster, particularly floods and hurricanes. The full story
	Restructuring the sugar industry of Trinidad and Tobago The programme aims at diversifying the former sugar sector while maintaining social and environmental stability in the former sugar dependent areas. The full story
	Access to financial services in rural and remotes areas in African, Pacific and Caribbean countries SIDI, Alterfin (both microfinance support institutions) and MAIN, an African regional network, have teamed up to provide an answer to those issues through an ambitious and comprehensive project. The full story
	Promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights Affordable HIV/AIDS care and support is provided to towns and villages in the four Indian states mostly affected by the disease. The project tackles stigma at a local level and helps to sustain a non-discriminatory schooling environment for children. The full story
	Improving forest management and livelihoods of the rural poor in the insular Caribbean The overall objective is to maximise the contribution of sustainable forest management to the rural poor in the insular Caribbean by building capacity for institutional arrangements, which optimise the socio-economic contribution of forest resources. The full story
	Poverty Reduction Programme in Jamaica In 2004, Hurricane Ivan ravaged Jamaica, causing extensive damage. A lack of access to basic quality infrastructure and a widespread feeling of helplessness currently exist among the poor communities. This project aims to respond to their needs. The full story
	Linking communities, improving communication and access to farm lands, market and schools in Guyana Moruca is an isolated indigenous community in Western Guyana located among marsh forest and swamp savannahs. Construction of a bridge and two access dams has improved livelihoods through better access to markets and between communities. The full story
	SABAMAR Many of the households living in the slums along the Ozama and Haina rivers are beneath the poverty line. Through improved living conditions, with a particular emphasis on social and environmental hygiene, poverty reduction is this project's main The full story
	Prison reform Under the old prison system corruption, violence, and an almost complete lack of rehabilitation were common. The reforms aim to create a modern system that respects human rights and promotes the productive reinsertion of former prisoners into society. The full story
	Micro realisations 2 The communities along the border between the Dominican Republicand Haiti are amongst the poorest, most vulnerable and isolated in the country. Stimulating sustainable development in this politically sensitive region is essential. The full story
	Strengthening First-Line Health Providers Capacity through Mutual Cooperation in Burundi, Haïti and Guinea From the 640.000 people infected with AIDS in all these three countries, only less than 11.000 can have access to treatment. This project has improved access to health services and helped to increase awareness of patient's rights. The full story

Pacific

	Integrating Climate Change adaptation into development strategies of Solomon Islands SICAP builds resilience to adapt to CC and natural disasters, provides Government with the budgetary leverage to harmonise and co-ordinate relevant actors. Particlular emphasis is on the reduction of vulnerability of most exposed communities. The full story
	Engaging People through Popular Culture to Increase Stability and Dialogue in Timor-Leste The first soap opera produced in Timor-Leste has been used as a medium for addressing the social issues causing instability which led to and resulted from the civil unrest of 2006. The project promotes stability and dialogue in communities. The full story
	Sustainable crop production and management in Timor-Leste The SECURE Programme aims to increase food security and incomes for vulnerable communities in Ainaro and Manufahi Districts of Timor-Leste. The full story
	Conservation of the Bismarck and Solomon Seas The Bismarck and Solomon Seas region covers 2000 km of coastline in New Guinea and a string of islands from the Bismarck archipelago to the Solomon Islands. It is of international, national and local significance in terms of marine biodiversity. The full story
	Helping people take their destiny in their hands in remote islands in Vanuatu The project focuses on the inclusion of population from remote islands and of women into mainstream development. Another endeavour is to strengthen the civil society and encourage it to engage with public policy dialogue. The full story
	Strengthening the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) implementation in Asia Pacific Strenghtening the knowledge on and abilities to implement the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in countries particularly at risk of adverse climate change effects. The full story
	Sustainable Management of Globally Important Sites for Biodiversity in the Pacific Sites of global biodiversity importance (important bird areas) were identified though field research. The sustainable management of the sites was promoted by local NGO partners in Fiji, New Caledonia, French Polynesia and Palau. The full story
	Support to the energy sector in Niue As a small Pacific island country, Niue is highly dependent on the import of fossil fuels products. The EU-funded REP programme "Support to the Energy Sector in Niue" aims to reduce this dependency using renewable energy sources. The full story
	Promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights Affordable HIV/AIDS care and support is provided to towns and villages in the four Indian states mostly affected by the disease. The project tackles stigma at a local level and helps to sustain a non-discriminatory schooling environment for children. The full story
	Fiji School of Medicine Human Resource Development Programme The shortage of doctors and medical personnel throughout the Pacific ACP region has reached critical levels; therefore it is essential that the provision of vocational training in the health sector be improved. The full story