Dr Nicole Beardsworth discusses her research contributions in understanding political parties and electoral histories to strengthen democracy in Southern and Eastern Africa.
CSC development themes
Developing sustainable long-term management of Malawi’s natural resources
Peter Mmora shares his work developing strategic frameworks to improve natural resource management in Malawi and phasing out ozone-depleting substances.
Propelling the agenda for change in Africa
Julia Negumbo shares her work at UNSECO and how she is contributing to change in her home country of Namibia and across Africa.
Harnessing the power of waste to deliver clean energy in Ghana
Tracy Asamoah shares the potential to turn waste into clean energy in Ghana and the importance of working with communities to achieve change
Deploying emergency healthcare in conflict-affected areas of Cameroon
Dr Lemonge Norbert Nkapleweh shares his experiences delivering urgent free healthcare in conflict affected regions in Cameroon.
Supporting sustainable education in Maldives and small island states
Aminath Shiyama’s work in the Maldives is helping to ensure that education is meeting the unique needs of small island states.
Connecting communities to give young people in Nigeria a voice
Deborah Adesina shares the importance of community and stakeholder engagement in raising awareness of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Pioneering the pathways for palliative care in Kenya
Zipporah Ali shares her motivations for and experiences of raising awareness about hospice and palliative care in Kenya.
Dismantling corruption and advocating for women and children in Uganda
Monica Kirya discusses her work in tackling corruption and its impact on women and girls in Uganda.
Communicating impact for development projects in Malawi
Madalitso Mlava Mbendera shares her insights on the importance of communications and media to the United Nations Development Programme’s work in Malawi