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Expanding solar power in South Africa with a Norwegian guarantee

With a state guarantee of up to NOK 150 million, Norway is contributing to the further development of South Africa’s power market and expansion of solar power for industrial use. The Norwegian company Scatec will build and operate the plant.

The grant scheme for Civil Society Strengthening is changing

The main objectives are to shift power and influence to local actors in the Global South, achieve better results and more efficient management. Here you will find updated information about the changes being implemented for the grant scheme for Civil Society strengthening.

Ukraine: Working to secure justice for 114,000 missing persons

No war in Europe since the Second World War has left as many people missing as the war in Ukraine. Some 114,000 Ukrainians, civilians and military personnel, children and adults, have been reported missing. Their loved ones are searching for answers.

Kenya’s «Special Forces» – from stigma to innovation

A disability can also be a strength and a driving force for innovation and job creation. A group of young entrepreneurs in Kenya demonstrate this clearly. With support from a Norwegian-funded incubator, they are developing solutions for transport, communication and participation.

Norad supports the struggle for protection for land and environmental defenders

Those who defend nature, the environment and Indigenous peoples’ rights are increasingly exposed to threats, harassment and violence. At least 124 environmental defenders were killed last year, and since 2012, more than 2,000 environmental defenders have been killed, according to a new report.

NOK 400 million for mine clearance in Ukraine

Large parts of Ukraine are either mined or contaminated with explosives. Norway is now scaling up its support to three organisations to help make land areas safer for both people and food production.

– Every morning begins with a new challenge

Without a stable electricity supply, many businesses and jobs in Ukraine are at risk. With support from Norway, many companies are now investing in their own power supply.

Ukraine: Fighting to Protect World Heritage

On Monday, 15 June, the more than 1,000-year-old Kyiv Pechersk Lavra Monastery caught fire after being struck by a Russian missile. Norway stands with Ukraine in protecting and rebuilding World Heritage sites and cultural heritage.

Sudan: Looking to the future amid the crisis

During a highly challenging humanitarian situation, work on long-term measures continues. For many, it is about the possibility of looking ahead, even in the middle of the crisis. The Norwegian Refugee Council is helping to ensure that Hanaa and other women can gain greater control over their own lives.

Gaza: – Hard to comprehend how badly injured the children are

Red Cross doctor Roger Alcock has never seen so many injured people as in Gaza. At the field hospital in Rafah, they save lives and also create moments of joy for the children in the midst of the catastrophe.

Standing Together Against Illegal Gold Mining in the Amazon

In the heart of the Amazon, authorities and Indigenous peoples are joining forces in the fight against illegal gold mining.

They support each other in the fight against corruption

«Why shouldn’t we have our own global network when the criminals have theirs?», said Eva Joly when she launched the international Corruption Hunter Network in 2005 – a network led and supported by Norad.

Historic agreement for women shea workers in Ghana

Hardworking and underpaid women in Ghana are now seeing their labour rights strengthened. The country’s first collective agreement in the shea sector has been signed, with support from Norway.