SOLVING CLIMATE CHANGE PROBLEMS ONE SOLUTION AT A TIME!

Learn from 4️⃣innovators challenging the status quo by offering unique solutions to climate change w/ the #AccLabZM Climate Change Experimentation Program: shorturl.at/fsxTX

#EmpoweringExperimentation

Addressing climate change impacts with low emission technologies at community level is possible! Achim Steiner Gabriel Pollen, PhD Ahunna Eziakonwa James Wakiaga UNDP Zambia FAO Zambia World Food Programme Green Climate Fund

Empowering communities to address climate change impacts in Zambia 🇿🇲. Thanks to the Green Climate Fund support and collaboration of partners Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit led by Gabriel Pollen, PhD , technical support from UNDP Zambia James Wakiaga, FAO Zambia and World Food Programme

Ahead of the launch of Tauya Irrigation in📍Chirundu, constructed under #SCRALA - Green Climate Fund in response to climate change, Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit, Gabriel Pollen, PhD, Govt officials , UNDP Zambia & FAO Zambia held a monitoring mission to ensure its proper functionality b4 handover to the community.

#Happened today: Accompanied #Zambia DMMU Coordinator Gabriel Pollen, PhD & Rep of FAO Zambia Suzy Filippini to the Tauya Irrigation scheme in Chirundu - good model of drought response through resilience -building in climate-smart investment UNDP Zambia FAO Zambia WFP Zambia Green Climate Fund

#Happened today: Accompanied #Zambia DMMU Coordinator Gabriel Pollen, PhD & Rep of FAO Zambia Suzy Filippini to the Tauya Irrigation scheme in Chirundu - good model of drought response through resilience -building in climate-smart investment UNDP Zambia FAO Zambia WFP Zambia Green Climate Fund

🌍 UN Development’s #Timbuktoo initiative is empowering youth to turn ideas into reality and drive sustainable development.

This new Research and Development space for youth will drive innovation at an unprecedented level in #Zambia . #FutureSmartUNDP

Learn more: go.undp.org/hmRJ

It is an honour to welcome the 3rd cohort of #AfYWL Fellows joining us for 12 months.

At UN Development & African Union, we share a vision of a world where young people & women are #Africa ’s capital and an integral part of navigating & solving the complexities of our times.

At UNDP Zambia, our new 150 kW solar system is setting benchmarks for environmental stewardship, inspiring communities to adopt similar practices. go.undp.org/ZJ7

Chief Nyampande hailed UN Development as trailblazers championing overlooked issues and upholding the UN principle of #LNOB . Proud to present the 'Being Intersex in Zambia' report, tackling gaps in intersex rights. #WeBelongAfrica

Long-Term Low Emission Development Strategies provide a roadmap for transitioning national economies towards sustainable, low-carbon models by mid-century.

New UN Development report outlines key steps and best practices for designing and implementing LT-LEDS: go.undp.org/ZUQ

UNDP is driving sustainable innovation, leading by example to foster greener, more efficient operations.

At UNDP Zambia, a newly installed solar PV system slashes energy costs and carbon emissions, propelling us towards the SDGs.

Learn more: go.undp.org/ZJ7

The United Nations Development Programme says plans are underway to establish a Mining Technology (MinTech) hub in Zambia, with an investment exceeding US$ 6 million.
This state-of-the-art facility will serve as a centre for innovation and collaboration in the mining sector, with…

Press Statement

For Immediate Release

Tuesday - Cape Town 30th April 2024

Zambia’s Minister of Technology and Science Hon. Felix Mutati has affirmed Government's dedication to nurturing and supporting young entrepreneurs.

Speaking on the side-lines of the Timbuktoo…

‘Poverty is a failure to love’.

Let’s go out there & build a machine behind a timbuktoo that has integrity, to spark the startup revolution in #Africa .

🗣️Our Director Ahunna Eziakonwa ’s closing message to participants at #timbuktoo strategy retreat in #CapeTown .

Unlocking potential and driving impact — Interactive sessions at the #timbuktoo strategy retreat to identify key enablers to accelerate execution & risks, leverage UN Development’s collective assets, and empower Africa’s talents.

Join us as we chart a course for transformative change.

‘Let’s grow together to leverage each other’s strength to support young African innovators’.

Thank you @mireilewenger @Minister Western Cape Gov for the warm reception & great interest in partnering with #timbuktoo to grow #Africa ’s innovation ecosystem.

Unpacking #timbuktoo strategy in Day 2.

We started with thought provoking reflections on the power of curiosity & choice.

“If you are not curious of the state of the world today, you won’t be able to change it. Everything is about choice.”
-Maxwell Gomera

#AreYouIn

‘There is an ongoing momentum in the region & at national level that UNDP Africa can take advantage of to usher in #timbuktoo in #Africa ’.

At our timbuktoo strategy retreat in #CapeTown , our Res.Reps reflect on lessons & resources to leverage to leap forward timbuktoo.

Day 2: Unpacking our implementation of #timbuktoo . Delighted to join a group of esteemed practitioners & thought leaders to define the Playbook to drive us into the future of supporting Africa’s innovation ecosystem. We must be driven by curiosity & choice to make a difference.