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African Cities Research Programme Research which will produce new operationally-relevant knowledge and evidence on African ‘cities as systems’. The research will help policy makers and those who manage cities to tackle the most significant problems constraining growth and development in individual African Cities, leading to the development of, and investment in, more effective economic development and poverty-reduction policies and programmes in African cities, by FCDO and its partners.
Sustaining and Scaling up Clinical Audit in Uganda and Tanzania Building on previous THET funding to support evidence based midwifery practice through audit and feedback in 4 LAMRN countries (Kenya, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe) , there was identified need to sustain and roll out clinical audit in both Uganda and Tanzania. Midwives in both countries have evidence-based skills and determination to tackle maternity care standards in their facilities. The audit approach used to improve the quality of maternity care includes: 1. Develop and implement clinical action plans, based on previous audit findings in Uganda and re-audit to assess improvements. 2. Conduct a refresher course on clinical audit in Ugandan health facilities where LAMRN members underwent audit training but did not get to implement projects. Building on this they will initiate audit projects in their facilities. 3. Support the initiation of clinical audits by midwives in Tanzania, through workshops and mentoring by the Ugandan and UK team. Uganda 1. Develop and implement clinical action plans, based on previous audit findings in Uganda and re-audit to assess improvements. 2. Conduct a refresher course on clinical audit in Ugandan health facilities where LAMRN members underwent audit training but did not previously get to implement projects. Building on this they will initiate audit projects in their facilities. 3. Ugandan midwives will support the initiation of clinical audit projects by midwives in Tanzania, through workshops and mentoring.. Tanzania 1. Through training, workshops and mentoring from colleagues in Uganda and UK, midwives in Tanzania will develop and implement clinical audit projects in their facilties.
Disability and livelihood services' access Cambodia This initiative intends to achieve change both at individual and community level.
At individual level, the project will give the opportunity to 1520 vulnerable men and women with disabilities and/or members of families living with disability (M:760, F:760, 70% men and women with disabilities, 30% families) to access socioeconomic opportunities and to develop their skills. The development of income generating activities will not only contribute to alleviate poverty (household budget increase), but it will also lead to individual empowerment. Indeed, in a country where productivity is considered as a crucial factor of social recognition, the project will help women and men with disabilities and/or their families, through economic activity, to take control over their life, to gain self confidence and to get a chance to actively participate into both family and community life and decision making. 
At community level, the project intends to change perceptions on the socioeconomic potential of persons with disabilities and to support disability inclusion into both service provision and local government management (24 communes). In line with legal provisions and policies promoting equal access and representation, existing both in Cambodia (Law on the Protection and Promotion of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities adopted in July 2009 and National Plan of Actions for Persons with Disabilities adopted in November 2008) and at international level (UNCRPD signed by the Royal Government of Cambodia in 2007, ratification actions currently in process) Support to 18 local service providers will permit to remove existing barriers for long term-benefit and to provide, on a short-term basis, services to 400 men and women with disabilities and/or families living with disability (M:200, F:200) as described in 3.4. Intervention at local government level, through the existing planning process (CIP), with strong involvement from local authorities and local Disabled People’s Organizations (2 DPOs), will ensure long term sustainable changes;
Data for Development Programme in Nepal, Phase II The D4D program is designed to improve data and information ecosystems at the provincial and local spheres for evidence-based decision-making that addresses local development challenges. It will work to achieve the following outcomes:

(1) Improved coordination among federal, provincial and local government and non-government actors in data and statistics production. 
(2) Provincial and local governments use evidence-based, participatory decision-making processes. 
(3) Better data and analysis available to support the use of evidence in decision making by provincial and local governments
Support to Iraq´s Electoral Process This 18-month action will support efforts to organise transparent elections that respond to the legitimate aspirations of the Iraqi population. The capacity of IHEC will be strengthened inter alia through the deployment of additional electoral advisors who will help meet the ambitious calendar for the elections. IHEC efforts to adequately inform the public about the roles and responsibilities of all actors involved in the elections will also be strengthened.
Support to reconciliation and stabilisation efforts The proposed action will support efforts to stabilize and strengthen governance in vulnerable and disputed areas by facilitating dialogue and return of IDPs as well as aiding in the creation of a more participative decision making processes.
Documentary Evidence Collections Exploitation in Iraq to Support ISIL Prosecutions and Investigations (EU Digitization Project Phase II) Contract related to: Documentary Evidence Collections Exploitation in Iraq to Support ISIL Prosecutions and Investigations (EU Digitization Project Phase II) - This measure will have two components, both serving the overarching objective of addressing grievances and supporting the post-Da¿esh stabilisation efforts. The first component will build on the mediation and dialogue achievements from previous IcSP[1] supported initiatives by focusing on inclusive and sustainable dialogue between the Iraqi Government and its citizens and facilitating the return of displaced Iraqis to their homes. The second component will continue efforts to preserve evidence related to Da¿esh-related crimes and atrocities, notably the ongoing efforts of UNITAD to build an accessible, comprehensive evidence base to investigate and prosecute Da¿esh crimes. The assistance will, furthermore, support UNITAD¿s investigation into crimes on the grounds of sexual orientation committed against the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. It will also provide targeted assistance to investigations and domestic legal proceedings against Da¿esh members to new geographic areas that are currently underexplored in addition to answering requests for assistance from third-states, including EU Member States.   [1] The Instrument contributing to Stability and Peace
Support to Iraq's electoral process Contract related to: Support to Iraq's electoral process - This 18-month action will support efforts to organise transparent elections that respond to the legitimate aspirations of the Iraqi population. The capacity of IHEC will be strengthened inter alia through the deployment of additional electoral advisors who will help meet the ambitious calendar for the elections. IHEC efforts to adequately inform the public about the roles and responsibilities of all actors involved in the elections will also be strengthened.
Towards a sustainable stabilisation in Iraq - Phase III Contract related to: Towards a sustainable stabilisation in Iraq - Phase III - This measure will have two components, both serving the overarching objective of addressing grievances and supporting the post-Da¿esh stabilisation efforts. The first component will build on the mediation and dialogue achievements from previous IcSP[1] supported initiatives by focusing on inclusive and sustainable dialogue between the Iraqi Government and its citizens and facilitating the return of displaced Iraqis to their homes. The second component will continue efforts to preserve evidence related to Da¿esh-related crimes and atrocities, notably the ongoing efforts of UNITAD to build an accessible, comprehensive evidence base to investigate and prosecute Da¿esh crimes. The assistance will, furthermore, support UNITAD¿s investigation into crimes on the grounds of sexual orientation committed against the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. It will also provide targeted assistance to investigations and domestic legal proceedings against Da¿esh members to new geographic areas that are currently underexplored in addition to answering requests for assistance from third-states, including EU Member States.   [1] The Instrument contributing to Stability and Peace
Digitization of evidentiary material held by Iraqi national authorities in support of investigative work of the United Nations Investigative Team to promote accountability for crimes committed by ISIL / Daesh Contract related to: Digitization of evidentiary material held by Iraqi national authorities in support of investigative work of the United Nations Investigative Team to promote accountability for crimes committed by ISIL / Daesh - The action will strengthen Iraqi capacity to exploit the existing documentary evidence-base upon which national and international bodies are able to develop investigative priorities and identify evidentiary gaps that need to be filled. The ultimate aim is to increase the number of successful prosecutions of Daesh members in domestic proceedings in Iraq and in other countries, for crimes against humanity, war crimes and genocide.
Support to management of the border with Jordan This action aims to enhance the capacity of the Iraqi Government to improve local security and stability and revitalise cross-border trade and the local economy.
Support for the development of a human rights-compliant counter terrorism strategy, legislation and coordination measures The overall objective of the action is to contribute to a more effective response by the Government of Iraq to terrorist threats.
Support to the community reintegration of Iraqi returnees from Syria The action seeks to support the reintegration of Iraqis into local communities after they have been repatriated from Syria and gone through the Iraqi security screening process in the Jeddah camps. The action will benefit both the repatriated Iraqis as well as the receiving communities in line with the Iraqi community integration programme. Activities will be identified to meet local needs with an emphasis on conflict prevention, dialogue and social cohesion and legal rights for children.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Reintegration through Integrated Support and Empowerment (RISE) Contract related to: Reintegration through Integrated Support and Empowerment (RISE)  - The action seeks to support the reintegration of Iraqis into local communities after they have been repatriated from Syria and gone through the Iraqi security screening process in the Jeddah camps. The action will benefit both the repatriated Iraqis as well as the receiving communities in line with the Iraqi community integration programme. Activities will be identified to meet local needs with an emphasis on conflict prevention, dialogue and social cohesion and legal rights for children.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Support to the digitisation of evidence of crimes committed by Daesh The action will strengthen Iraqi capacity to exploit the existing documentary evidence-base upon which national and international bodies are able to develop investigative priorities and identify evidentiary gaps that need to be filled. The ultimate aim is to increase the number of successful prosecutions of Daesh members in domestic proceedings in Iraq and in other countries, for crimes against humanity, war crimes and genocide.
Support to stabilisation efforts through dialogue and digitization of evidence of crimes committed by Da¿esh This measure will have two components, both serving the overarching objective of addressing grievances and supporting the post-Da¿esh stabilisation efforts. The first component will build on the mediation and dialogue achievements from previous IcSP[1] supported initiatives by focusing on inclusive and sustainable dialogue between the Iraqi Government and its citizens and facilitating the return of displaced Iraqis to their homes. The second component will continue efforts to preserve evidence related to Da¿esh-related crimes and atrocities, notably the ongoing efforts of UNITAD to build an accessible, comprehensive evidence base to investigate and prosecute Da¿esh crimes. The assistance will, furthermore, support UNITAD¿s investigation into crimes on the grounds of sexual orientation committed against the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. It will also provide targeted assistance to investigations and domestic legal proceedings against Da¿esh members to new geographic areas that are currently underexplored in addition to answering requests for assistance from third-states, including EU Member States.   [1] The Instrument contributing to Stability and Peace
EOM IRAQ 2021 Contract inherited from multiple actions, related to: EOM IRAQ 2021 - Organisation of European Union Election Observation Missions in the countries which are on the priority list approved by the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission
Enhancing the Capacity of the Government of Iraq at Trebil Border Point Contract related to: Enhancing the Capacity of the Government of Iraq at Trebil Border Point - This action aims to enhance the capacity of the Iraqi Government to improve local security and stability and revitalise cross-border trade and the local economy.
Transamerica Transamerica is the largest trucking company in an otherwise fragmented market. It owns and operates trucks and trailers and owns/leases container yards in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala.  It has established itself in the market as being a reliable and efficient trucking company.  The company wants to position itself as a major player ahead of the expected consolidation of the Central American trucking/logistics industry. It intends to achieve this goal by growing its business organically as well as through selected acquisitions. By being able to offer better, regionally integrated services to its customers and by improving operational parameters through economies of scale, Transamerica expects to boost profitability and grow.  The project comprises an upgrade and expansion of Transamericas freight hauling capabilities through purchase of trucks and trailers, the construction of logistics infrastructure, the refinancing of existing loans and selected acquisitions. The project will have a significant development impact in Central America through:  - Demonstration effects: the project aimed at strengthening one of the few formal players in an otherwise informal sector - expected to lead to an increase in the quality and availability of services benefiting Transamericas customers;  - Trade and Economic Growth: Continued trade and economic growth in Central America is contingent on further investments and improvements in regional transport infrastructure and services. Transamerica''s efforts are expected to result in increased efficiency and cost effectiveness of the logistics chain through   - higher freight consolidation across countries and clients; and  -higher frequency and reliability of transport services.   Such improvements will increase the competitiveness and attractiveness of Central American economies;  - The project is a South-South investment involving Nicaragua, one of the regions poorest economies.  While foreign direct investment and involvement in the Nicaraguan economy remains weak, Transamerica owns a large operation in Nicaragua and is committed to develop the business further.
ISCH Project The proposed IFC financing will be used to support the corporate investment and debt restructuring program of International Shopping Center Holdings (ISCH or the company) including the construction of a new shopping mall and the expansion of an existing shopping mall in Honduras and the debt restructuring at the companys subsidiary in Nicaragua.  ISCH covers the Poma Groups shopping mall development and operations business.
ISCH III Project The Project consists of three corporate facilities to assist Grupo Roble (the Company) in the financing of capital expenses aimed at expanding its shopping centers in Santa Ana, El Salvador, and Managua, Nicaragua; and Tegucigalpa, Honduras. The proposed investments in shopping malls will contribute to offer a safer and more convenient venue for shopping than existing alternatives. The malls offer a broad array of goods and services that benefit consumers by expanding supply and improving the quality of merchandise and services. The impact is particularly evident in the lower and middle income segments of the population. The project will create opportunities for economic links, both in the development phase (construction services and building supplies) and during on-going operations (employment and operating supplies). In addition, the project will create both direct and indirect jobs.  Lastly, the project will help further improve the group's environmental footprint though the support of energy efficient investments. IFC is expected to assist the group in identifying opportunities to improve energy consumption at the group's premises.
Grupo Poma 2009 The Project consists of a corporate financing package to assist Grupo Poma (the Group) in the financing of: (i) capital expenses aimed at refurbishing existing hotels and shopping malls in Central America, including the installation of energy efficient equipment; (ii) the refinancing of existing debt; and (iii) the construction of new hotels. The proposed investments in shopping malls will contribute to offer a safer and more convenient venue for shopping than existing alternatives. The malls offer a broad array of goods and services that benefit consumers by expanding supply and improving the quality of merchandise, services and office space. Additionally, the Group's malls have been the catalyst for surrounding residential and commercial development projects and their operations stimulate use of local supplies of goods and services in the respective countries.

The refinancing component of the Project will help the Group in strengthening its balance sheet to weather the global economic crisis and to undertake its investment program. 

The construction of new hotels will be focused on business travelers, which is largely an underserved segment within the region. The new hotels are expected to increase supply of competitive service consistent with international quality and safety standards. 

The Project will create opportunities for economic links (local and regional) between tourism and other sectors, both in the development phase (construction services and building supplies) and during on-going operations (employment and operating supplies). In addition, the Project will create both direct and indirect jobs, as well as provide training opportunities for employees. 

The Project will help further improve the Groups environmental footprint though the support of energy efficient investments. IFC is expected to assist the Group in identifying opportunities to improve energy consumption at the Groups hotels and shopping malls.
Trans Union Central America The project''s prime objective is to foster the development of Central America''s nascent credit information system, thus facilitating the extension of credit to previously underserved client segments.   Empirical evidence has shown that credit bureaus are critical to the expansion of credit, that the availability and use of credit bureau reports in credit decisions increase the quality of the credit decisions, and that credit bureaus provide a significant protection for financial institutions against fraud.    IFC has been working closely with the World Bank over the past two years to build capacity and promote better credit information infrastructure in our member countries.  The first phase of our efforts focused primarily on promotional undertakings, including an international conference on credit information and credit scoring in 2001, roundtables and video-conferences hosted in or for a number of countries including Central America.  The proposed investment in TUCA would be IFCs first investment in a consumer and commercial credit bureau.    The investment would support and finance TUCAs expansion in Central America through the establishment of new subsidiaries, as well as outsourcing arrangements for and investments in existing credit bureaus.   TUCA, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, will be providing both consumer and commercial credit information primarily to financial institutions.  The project is expected to significantly improve the current credit information infrastructure in the region, and allow financial institutions to make better credit decisions and pro-actively manage and monitor their existing portfolios while at the same time lower operating expenses.  This in turn will lead to greater access to financing for the underserved as improved credit information allows lenders to extend more credit while maintaining or reducing their loan losses.
Grupo Monge Grupo Monge (the Group, or the company) is a leading, family-owned retailer of consumer electronics, household appliances and furniture in Central America, serving mainly low and middle-low income consumers.  The company began its retail operations in Costa Rica in 1970 and has since expanded its retail operations to 325 stores in five Regional countries including Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador.  The companys activities also include a wholesaling operation in Costa Rica and a consumer finance arm that complements the retailing business by providing customers with financing for in-store purchases.  The company is undertaking an investment program estimated to cost about $425 million to support the expansion of the companys existing operations and for debt refinancing. The projects development impact includes:    - Expanded access to high quality products to lower-income segments of the population; - Improved access to consumer credit for lower-income individuals, specially in Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador;   - Increased direct employment with adequate compensation and training; - Enhanced the benefit of modern organized retailing to an underserved market segment, which has traditionally been serviced by informal and unorganized stores; and - Added tax revenue sources for the local governments.
LH LAC III Project The proposed investment will provide a senior secured loan (IFC Loan) of up to US$50 million to Banco La Hipotecaria, S.A., (LH Panama), La Hipotecaria, S.A. de C.V. in El Salvador (LH ES); and La Hipotecaria Holdings Inc. (LH Holding), in British Virgin Islands (together LH or the Company), as co-borrowers, aimed at supporting the residential mortgage lending to low-and-middle-income sectors in Panama and El Salvador. Up to US$25 million will be insured through the MCPP II Facility and 50 percent of the proceeds will be used to finance women mortgages (the Project). The most significant, expected Project-level outcome is increased access to mortgage including for low- to middle-income individuals in Panama, and increased access to mortgage in El Salvador. Fifty percent of IFC's use of proceeds will be earmarked to support women-headed households. Beyond the Project, IFC anticipates that the investment will promote greater gender inclusion in these markets through competitive pressure and the demonstration and replication channels.