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Soutien au processus de paix et à la stabilité des territoires de l'est de la République Démocratique du Congo Contract related to: Soutien au processus de paix et à la stabilité des territoires de l'est de la République Démocratique du Congo  - This action will provide flexible assistance and support to the ongoing peace processes both within the Democratic Republic of Congo and the surrounding region, such as, but not limited to, the Nairobi Process. The action will provide support to peace and mediation efforts between the parties, with a specific focus on facilitating processes, as well as bringing in local and regional expertise able to work on peace and mediation efforts directly with armed groups, state institutions, and civil society actors. Building on existing EU and international efforts, this action will also support the local reintegration dimension of the new Desarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR)[1] programme to allow ex-combatants to re-integrate into their communities and build alternative livelihoods with the intention of providing a direct linkage between the political negotiations with the armed groups and its implementation on the ground. Finally, given notably increased tensions on social media and with a view to the upcoming elections, the action will also support efforts to prevent electoral violence with activities focusing on the reduction of hate speech and disinformation.[1] Commonly known as P-DDRCS: Demobilization, Disarmament, Community Recovery and Stabilization Program (P-DDRCS) for ex-combatants.
ExM DRC 2023 <p>Exploratory Mission to DR Congo to prepare the EOM for the general elections in December 2023</p>
Support to the Congolese National Police to adapt to the COVID-19 crisis in Kinshasa Provision of COVID-19 related protective equipment, assets and training for community policing, the facilitation of awareness raising campaigns and direct exchanges with the public, and the strengthening of internal and external oversight.
Soutien ¿ la m¿diation pour la r¿silience et la paix en Ituri et au Grand-Nord Kivu <p>La situation sécuritaire en République démocratique du Congo, notamment dans l¿Est du pays, ne cesse de se détériorer et ce, malgré, l¿instauration de l¿Etat d¿Urgence pour les provinces du Nord Kivu et de l¿Ituri en mai 2021. Les groupes armés ont intensifié leurs attaques contre les civils depuis 2020. La décision de financement 043-449 s¿inscrit dans ce contexte et vise à prévenir le risque d¿une nouvelle déstabilisation du pays, en mettant l¿accent sur les zones vulnérables et sensibles des provinces de l¿Ituri et du Grand Nord Kivu ainsi que dans les provinces du Sud Est (Lualaba et Haut Katanga).</p><p>Le présent projet mis en ¿uvre par un consortium géré par INTERPEACE et composé de : (i) pole Institute ; (II) Action pour la Concorde et la Paix (ACP) et (iii) Groupe d¿Etudes pour le Congo (GEC-CRG), s¿inscrit dans le premier volet de la décision de financement axés sur la restauration de l¿autorité de l¿État. Il soutiendra la mise en place de mécanismes de dialogue, de médiation/négociation et de réconciliation entre les communautés, les groupes armés et les autorités congolaises, y inclus un soutien technique au processus de démobilisation, désarmement, réinsertion communautaire et stabilité (DDRCS) au niveau provincial.</p>
Peace and stabilisation efforts for Eastern DRC and the region. This action will provide flexible assistance and support to the ongoing peace processes both within the Democratic Republic of Congo and the surrounding region, such as, but not limited to, the Nairobi Process. The action will provide support to peace and mediation efforts between the parties, with a specific focus on facilitating processes, as well as bringing in local and regional expertise able to work on peace and mediation efforts directly with armed groups, state institutions, and civil society actors. Building on existing EU and international efforts, this action will also support the local reintegration dimension of the new Desarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR)[1] programme to allow ex-combatants to re-integrate into their communities and build alternative livelihoods with the intention of providing a direct linkage between the political negotiations with the armed groups and its implementation on the ground. Finally, given notably increased tensions on social media and with a view to the upcoming elections, the action will also support efforts to prevent electoral violence with activities focusing on the reduction of hate speech and disinformation.[1] Commonly known as P-DDRCS: Demobilization, Disarmament, Community Recovery and Stabilization Program (P-DDRCS) for ex-combatants.
Contribuer au renforcement de la coh¿sion sociale et ¿ la stabilisation dans les provinces de l'Ituri et du Nord-Kivu <p>Le projet vise à renforcer la cohésion sociale au Nord Kivu, dans le territoire de Beni et en Ituri dans les territoires de Djugu, Irumu, Mahagi et Mambasa, à travers une intervention à niveau verticale et horizontale. Il visera plus particulièrement à favoriser la collaboration et la confiance entre les communautés et les autorités locales (autorités administratives, judiciaires et coutumières), à contribuer à la cohabitation pacifique entre les membres de la communauté, et à promouvoir des solutions durables pour les personnes vulnérables affectées par le déplacement. Les communautés, qui auront les outils et espaces nécessaires pour être plus résilientes face aux conflits seront donc au centre de l¿intervention proposée. Des évaluations et profilages permettront d¿identifier en détail les principaux acteurs et parties prenantes. Un accent particulier sera mis sur l¿analyse de comment les conflits ont affecté de manière différente les hommes et les femmes, afin de mieux adresser les différents besoins et problématiques et ne pas appliquer une approche « one-size fits all ». Les analyses menées au début du projet indiqueront et justifieront d¿une manière plus précise les « hot spots » où le Consortium visera à intervenir.</p>
Nuevas narrativas locales para combatir la desinformaci¿n y la estigmatizaci¿n sobre la acci¿n de defensa de los derechos humanos y el periodismo comunitario en Colombia <p>Even though Colombia is among the longest-standing democracies in Latin America, it still presents a complex human rights and freedom of expression context as well as a history of violence and human rights abuses. The use of populist disinformation campaigns and strategies that present some people and groups as `enemies¿ contributes to the creation of a dangerous environment for the exercise of political activities and other activities related to the political life of the country, such as journalism and the defense of human rights. In the context of the peace agreements and the upcoming elections, polarization has been on the rise. Within this setting, an increasing number of media outlets, journalists and civil society organizations are now vigilant about these phenomena and provide prompt verification, including fact-checking. There exist identified CSOs active and capable of managing&nbsp;EU support to pursue their efforts in the two sub-themes proposed below.</p><p>Actions aimed at strengthening democracy and stabilization are already underway with support from the EU Delegation and EU Member States. At present there are however no specific actions on the issue of Media and Conflict, which is politically highly relevant to justify FPI support.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
Soutien à la stabilisation en République démocratique du Congo La situation sécuritaire en République démocratique du Congo, notamment dans l¿Est du pays, se détériore. Les groupes armés ont intensifié leurs attaques contre les civils depuis 2020. Dans ce contexte, cette action vise à prévenir le risque d¿une nouvelle déstabilisation du pays, en mettant l¿accent sur les zones vulnérables et sensibles des provinces de l¿Ituri, du Lualaba et du Haut Katanga. Le premier volet sera axé sur la restauration de l¿autorité de l¿État. Il soutiendra la mise en place de mécanismes de dialogue, de médiation/négociation et de réconciliation entre les communautés, les groupes armés et les autorités congolaises, y inclus un soutien technique au processus de démobilisation, désarmement, réinsersion communautaire et stabilité (DDRCS) au niveau provincial. Le deuxième volet vise à renforcer la résilience et la cohésion sociale entre communautés et prévenir la résurgence des tensions historiques entre les communautés du Kasaï et du Katanga au travers d¿intiatives de dialogue, de soutien à la revitalisation de l¿économie locale en offrant des opportunités économiques alternatives au trafic illicite d¿or et de charbon de bois et en développant des mesures de protection de l¿environnement et d¿adaptation au changement climatique. Un troisième volet soutiendra le renforcement de la gouvernance démocratique au niveau national en mettant l¿accent sur les médias traditionnels et sociaux en tant qu¿instruments de mobilisation des jeunes et des femmes autour de questions et de défis sociétaux afin de promouvoir le rôle et le 2 potentiel des jeunes en tant qu¿acteurs du changement au sein de leur communauté et de la société congolaise en général.
Surveiller les flux d'information et renforcer les capacit¿s du secteur m¿diatique afin de faire face ¿ la de/mesinformation et les discours de haine en R¿publique D¿mocratique du Congo <p>Contribuer à atténuer les tensions générées par les discours de haine et d'autres contenus de dé/mésinformation en RDC et dans la région en construisant un "Trust and Facts' Hub" dans le pays, un réseau ayant la capacité de surveiller la dé/mésinformation et d'y réagir</p>
Projet d'¿ducation civique, de pr¿vention et de r¿solution des conflits dans le Haut Katanga et Le Lualaba <p class="ql-align-justify">L¿action se focalise sur la médiation, le dialogue démocratique, la communication et la formation des jeunes à la transformation sociale et politique non violente dans les provinces du Haut Katanga et de Lualaba. Elle vise à réduire les tensions intercommunautaires et prévenir des conflits violents par le biais a/ du renforcement de l¿engagement civique des jeunes et leur résistance aux manipulations ethniques et politiques ; b/ du développement, par les communautés - notamment, les groupes des jeunes, des femmes, les leaders locaux et autorités politico-administratives - d¿une culture de dialogue permanent participe à la prévention, la gestion et la résolution des conflits ; c/ par la promotion, pour l¿ensemble des communautés, d¿un accès à une information objective, fiable, vérifiée et indépendante élaborée avec des groupes de journalistes et en conformité avec leur code de déontologie professionnelle.</p>
Nauru Electoral Support Project (NESP) This project aims to support Nauru’s democratic development through having a better informed electorate,transparent and inclusive electoral process,strengthened Electoral Commission,and greater participation of women in the electoral process.
Covid-19 Strategic Response Covid-19 Strategic Response: The project is developed in line with Nauru’s Strategic Response to the Coronavirus Pandemic. The bedrock of the response is aggressive screening, early detection and prompt containment of any imported case of COVID-19.
Nauru’s Strategic Response to COVID-19 Covid-19 Strategic Response: The project is developed in line with Nauru’s Strategic Response to the Coronavirus Pandemic. The bedrock of the response is aggressive screening, early detection and prompt containment of any imported case of COVID-19.
Nauru Electoral Supp Project This project aims to support Nauru’s democratic development through having a better informed electorate, a more transparent and inclusive electoral process, a strengthened Electoral Commission, and greater participation of women in the electoral process.
NauruR2R BD&ecosystem protectn Implementing a “Ridge to Reef” approach to protecting biodiversity and ecosystem functions in Nauru (R2R Nauru).
Ridge to Reef - Bio Diversity & Ecosystem protection Implementing a “Ridge to Reef” approach to protect biodiversity and ecosystem functions in Nauru (R2R Nauru).
WOP Nairobi - World Waternet Water Operator Partnership Drinking water connections, NRW, Energy reduction, Water education Local Water Utility
WOP Nkana and Choma Water Operator Partnership To reinforce the financial, technical and social sustainability of NWSC and SWSC Local Water Utility
WOP Harare Water Operator Partnership Facilitating the increase of Water and Sanitation infrastructure investments in Harare to off-set the long-term underinvestment/deterioration of the infrastructure Local Water Utility
WOP Arusha Water Operator Partnership The overall objective of the WOP is to improve the quality of service to AUWSA consumers. The specific objective of the WOP is to improve the operational effectiveness and efficiency of water distribution and sales through on-the-job training in the development and implementation of a NRW Reduction Plan Local Water Utility
WWX WOP Mali (WWN) Background

Mali is a poor and dry country, hit hard by the effects of climate change. SOMAGEP is the national public water supply company in Mali, facing huge challenges in providing its customers with drinking water. World Waternet and SOMAGEP have entered into a Water Operators' Partnership (WOP), to combat these challenges. This WOP is part of the WaterWorX programme and the EU-WOP programme.
Our impact

Our partnership contributes to improved access to safely managed drinking water for nearly 8 million people in 90 cities in Mali, the majority of which live in the capital Bamako.
Activities

    Improved performance of laboratory through training and Standard Operating Procedures.
    Improved work safety, working procedures, operations and maintenance of laboratory.
    Obtaining an ISO-certification, so the SOMAGEP laboratory can assure quality of their results towards its customers.
    Development of quicker and cheaper model for water quality data gathering.
    Writing a strategy for the realization of social connections
    Non-revenue water reduction training, plan and measures in Bamako, Kati, Koutiala and Sikasso.

Obtained results

    Zero audit ISO-certification of laboratory.
    Recruitment and training of Young Experts via the Young Expert Programme.
    Registration of over 250 sample points in Bamako by using Akvo-flow and Akvo Caddisfly (in cooperation with Akvo). These tools will enable SOMAGEP to obtain the results faster and more accurate.
    Support finance and realization of 1000 pro-poor connections.
    Non-revenue water (NRW) reduction pilot in Bamako.
WOP HOMAWASCO - Dunea Water Operator Partnership To improve the performance Homa Bay County Water & Sanitation Company in order to improve the services of the company and to increase the coverage. Local Water Utility
WWX WOP Indonesia Phase 2 The Water Operator Partnership under the WaterWorX programme between PDAM Tirta Moedal Kota Semarang and VEI was initiated in 2019. Phase I of the project was completed in the year 2021, currently the program is in phase II running from the year 2022 until 2026. The biggest water related problem in Semarang is that the city is increasingly suffering from land subsidence and its related consequences such as frequent flooding. Land subsidence rates are as large as 10 cm per year and especially the coastal and eastern areas are affected by this. One of the main causes of land subsidence are the private groundwater abstractions which, according to research, contributing for 50% of the total land subsidence. The other 50% is mainly due to building weight increase. Shifting away from private abstractions is not easy, households, commercial and industrial entities are generally satisfied with their private abstractions. Changing to PDAM water supply service is in a lot of cases not the logical choice for them, it is in most cases more expensive whereas the service levels are not always better compared to their private abstractions. PDAM as such is operating in a competitive market. The WWX project’s main objective is that the need for private groundwater abstractions can be taken away by providing a better water supply alternative from the PDAM. WaterWorX, in cooperation with other partners, will also encourage the development of policies at local and provincial government level that promote the transition from groundwater based water supply to surface water based water supply. By lowering the private groundwater abstractions one of the main causes of land subsidence can be reduced. 

The peer-to-peer support between experts of the Dutch water utilities united in VEI and their counterpart colleagues of PDAM Semarang is one of the successes of the program. The peer-to-peer cooperation is at the heart of the Water Operator Partnership (WOP) and integrated in each activity. Experts of VEI support the PDAM on hydraulic Modelling, NRW reduction programs, operational water supply control centre, customer relations and water treatment. Jointly these activities contribute to a more reliable water supply and the mainstreaming of customer excellence throughout the organization. As a result PDAM can attract and retain more customers.

On the topic of investment planning the WOP supported PDAM in attracting finance through the by the World Bank financed National Urban Water Supply Program (NUWSP). The WOP continues to support on the development and implementation of investment portfolio management. The WOP will also develop investment proposals for first time access and energy efficiency. These activities together will enable PDAM to better prioritize projects and attracting finance for new investment projects.

PDAM leaders and staff that are well equipped and motivated to build a strong organization is the key factor in achieving and sustaining results targeted by this WOP program. The WOP supports in implementing leadership training programs and professionalizing the HR department and its role in the organization.
WWX WOP Tanzania (WWN) Background

Morogoro is a city in the eastern part of Tanzania. The city and its surroundings are growing rapidly. To adequately serve all inhabitants, drinking water production must be increased, the water supply network must be improved and expanded, and sanitation, wastewater collection and treatment need to be improved. MORUWASA is the water supply and sanitation authority of Morogoro. They strive to radically improve the availability of reliable and sufficient water and sanitation services in Morogoro, responding swiftly to the rapidly expanding demand for such services and growing challenges in accessing adequate financial resources for investment in the required infrastructure.
Our impact

This partnership aims to improve the livelyhood of communities in the Morogoro urban area, by focusing on improving the delivery of water and sanitation services, with attention given to the poorest. In Phase 2 of the WaterWorX programme (2022-2026), the partnership will focus on:

    Non-revenue water and cost recovery measures
    Connecting the disconnected by improving water services in low-income areas by rehabilitating water kiosks
    Climate proof watershed management and water production by preserving water resources and catchment areas by planting trees and implementing awareness training
    Organisational development in the field of human resources (including gender equality and social inclusion), and investment planning

Activities

Within this WaterWorX partnership between World Waternet and MORUWASA, the team will focus on the following activities:

    Improvement financial position by adjusting water production and sale
    Improving customer data management
    Development of long-term strategies in order to become a sustainable company
    Setup of investment programme and tariffs on a full cost-recovery basis
    Improvement of wastewater collection, treatment and possible re-use
    Implementation of pro-poor solutions (village pump and rehabilitation of water kiosks)  
    Implementation of activities (trees planting, implementation of tree nursery) to conserve and restore water resources  
    Implementation of GIS 
    Developing awareness on the topics human resources, gender and HIV/aids
WOP Addis Abeba Water Operator Partnership Improved performance of the water utility Local Water Utility
WOP Aquavirunga - PWN Water Operator Partnership Sustainable management of the rural drinking water supply through the Public-Private Partnership between the District of Rubavu and the Rwandese private operator Aquavirunga Ltd. Local Water Utility
WOP Mandalay Water Operator Partnership Securing safe and affordable water supply (SDG 6) for the population of Mandalay, through: • Increasing access to clean water supply; • Improving MCDC’s operational and maintenance capacities and practices; • Strengthening MCDC’s organizational effectiveness and efficiencies in urban services provision. Local Water Utility
WOP Bulawayo Water Operator Partnership Facilitating the increase of Water and Sanitation infrastructure investments in Bulawayo to off-set the long-term under-investment/deterioration of the infrastructur Local Water Utility
WWX WOP Malawi CRWB Phase 2 WaterWorX project: WOP Central Region Water Board

In Malawi VEI is partnering with Central Region Water Board (CRWB) since January 2022 under the WaterWorX programme. The WaterWorX programme Phase 2 will run until December 2026 and has the intention to continue until December 2030.

Out of the 5 Waterboards in Malawi, CRWB , founded in 1997, is the water board with the biggest service area. 
CRWB is tasked with the responsibility of providing water supply and water-borne sanitation in towns and market centers in the central region except Lilongwe city.
They currently serve 28000 connections, which equals about 87% coverage rate in the schemes (areas) where water is supplied. However, in many schemes water is not yet provided and in the past 5 years the growth of the utility even stagnated due to lack of investment, cash flow constraints and increasing cost for production of water.

WaterWorX aims to support the Water Board in increasing its maturity level in operational performance and enhance and increase service in line with the Water Board Strategic plan 2021-2026.

Main processes addressed under the project include: 

    Asset Management
    Water Production (Water Quality and Water Quantity)
    Water Distribution 
    Commercial Operations

Main themes addressed by the project are:

    Communication
    Digitalization
    Maintenance
    Monitoring and Planning

As part of the Malawi-wide country activities the subject of enabling environment will be addressed by stimulating collaboration and knowledge exchange between the water boards, branch-organisation and ministry.
WOP Ghana Increasing Access & Security of Water Supply in Greater Accra Region of Ghana
WWX WOP Kenya (Dunea) Water Operator Partnership in Kenya. Dunea and its partners do not only invest in infrastructure in Homa Bay. The transfer of knowledge and experience to the people of the local water company is just as important. Technical know-how, but also expertise in the field of important business processes such as finance, human resources and communication, are highlighted.
WOP Acuavalle Water Operator Partnership Improved performance of the water utility Local Water Utility