Environment and climate change

Bright prospects for clean energy

By increasingly using renewable energies and reducing emissions, Chile is helping protect the climate.

Economic development and employment

Training and employment for refugees and the local population

In Turkey, employment and training schemes offer direct ways of earning income and improve people’s prospects on the labour market. 

Climate, environment, management of natural resources

The 2030 Agenda, Mexican style

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development sets high targets, and Mexico wants to achieve them. To do so, it is implementing a comprehensive strategy.

Economic Development and Employment

Making textile production socially and ethically responsible

Made in Ghana: Cooperation with international companies is helping to make textile factories safer and more socially responsible.

Environment and climate change

Green Mosques and the transition to clean energy

Morocco is using energy-efficient technology in mosques and thus helping to mitigate climate change.

Governance and democracy

Supporting EU election observers

Election observers from the European Union support democratisation processes and work for free and fair elections.

LATEST NEWS

07.04.2020

Dial in for Info: How a telephone quiz can help us restrict the spread of coronavirus

Using simple technology in a clever way to protect people from pandemics: a team with GIZ colleagues is among the winners at the world’s biggest hackathon.

02.04.2020

Using artificial intelligence to fight coronavirus: Tunisia responds to the pandemic

Swift action is needed to tackle coronavirus. In Tunisia, too, digital experts are working hard to find solutions. And these are already being used around the world.

30.03.2020

Democracy: a model of success in crisis?

The latest issue of GIZ’s akzente magazine shows what people expect from democracy and how deficits can be overcome.

20.03.2020

Globetrotting master craftspeople: knowledge transfer, 3D printing and start-ups in Rwanda

After completing the International Master Craftsperson training course, German experts share their know-how with the rest of the world.

13.03.2020

Climate and Environmental Report: sustainable mobility is crucial

On the road to climate neutrality in 2020: business trips are the biggest contributing factor to greenhouse gas emissions, and therefore offer the greatest potential for savings.

06.03.2020

Women on the move: female perspectives enhance safety in public spaces

An initiative is providing new impetus in the transport sector to make travel better and safer for women in particular. In Bogotá, new ideas are already improving safety in public spaces.

27.02.2020

Idea from a project lab: Zambians can pay their taxes by mobile phone in future

Every year, valuable tax revenue is lost in Zambia because many smaller companies do not pay taxes. A mobile solution now offers a simple way of submitting tax returns.

19.02.2020

Ghana: new jobs and better wages thanks to fair clothing

The textile industry is becoming increasingly important to Ghana. With the support of international companies, businesses are increasing production while promoting fair working conditions.

14.02.2020

Sustainable development with security

International cooperation improves security in unstable regions. The Munich Security Conference is an important forum for dialogue with international actors committed to peace and security.

06.02.2020

Green urban development: Gamification in Mexico

Climate change and digital transformation are important issues in modern urban development. The Internet of Trees in Mexico is showing how to use digital solutions to involve people in the development process and make cities greener.

29.01.2020

Qalamoun in colour: neighbourhood rehabilitation in Tripoli

In Lebanon, locals and Syrian refugees live together in difficult circumstances. They are settling together in their neighbourhood and are reducing mutual prejudices.

21.01.2020

Job creation, health care and public involvement in decision-making

Delivering rapid and tangible improvements in Libya while paving the way for long-term stabilisation.

17.01.2020

International Green Week 2020: Climate-friendly solutions for sustainable development

Under the motto ‘Sustainability connects us all worldwide’, GIZ will be showcasing projects for sustainable growth in Berlin that are good for people and kind to the environment.

08.01.2020

Peace and security: doomsday scenario or optimistic mood?

The world appears to experience a new crisis every day. But is the planet really on the brink of destruction or is this just a perception? State Secretary Martin Jäger explores this question in akzente magazine.

18.12.2019

Ukraine: A new home in their own country

The conflict in Eastern Ukraine has caused 1.5 million people to leave their homes and move further west. They are now rebuilding their lives with support from their fellow citizens.

10.12.2019

Mauritania: secure surfing to safeguard human rights

Online surveillance and censorship are a daily reality in many countries. An example from Mauritania illustrates how human rights defenders and media workers are learning to protect themselves as they navigate the digital world.

02.12.2019

Human security: how can stability and development be achieved in uncertain times?

The latest issue of GIZ’s akzente magazine explores ideas and concepts of human security and provides an insight into practical work in this field.

28.11.2019

Crime in the Western Balkans: cross-border policing and judiciary work

Investigations carried out by cross-border teams, good cooperation and an uncomplicated exchange of information are making it easier to fight organised crime.

Social development

Strengthening education and health

Stable education and health systems are essential for a society in which people can develop from their own resources and live independently. GIZ is committed to providing educational opportunities and health services worldwide.

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