27.05.2022

Media campaign on taboos goes viral

If girls and women can deal with their periods safely and in dignity, a lot has been achieved to improve health. GIZ is working with social media influencers to promote menstrual health.

20.05.2022

International Day for Biological Diversity: nature conservation and species protection are essential for human survival

Species extinction poses a threat not only to flora and fauna, but also to humankind. That’s why GIZ is committed to conserving biodiversity worldwide.

18.05.2022

East Jerusalem: flexible support for the health system

Swift action was taken to supply two hospitals with important medical equipment during the pandemic. This helps immediately and in the long term.

05.05.2022

Serbia: A newly founded practice gives children a future

In her new practice, Jelena is giving children the chance to lead a normal life, thus fostering inclusion.

27.04.2022

Cyber security: on a mission to establish trust

Data theft, espionage, surveillance – security risks in the virtual world are steadily on the rise. Countries with weak regulation, poor security standards and a lack of expertise are particularly at risk.

26.04.2022

Ethiopia: Innovative farming practices secure regional food supply

Many countries depend on grain imports from Ukraine. Due to the war, poorer countries in particular are now facing famine. Innovative approaches are needed.

21.04.2022

Innovative ideas on how to tackle the challenges facing society in the 21st century

Whether it’s about protection from violence on the internet or better access to vaccinations, there is no limit to the ideas that come out of GIZ’s Innovation Fund – and what is more, they contribute to the common good.

14.04.2022

Malian refugees in Niger: new homes allow a fresh start

Refugees from Mali have been living in Niger for many years. New homes now offer them an opportunity to enjoy a peaceful life in a new community.

07.04.2022

Displacement and pandemic: the dual pressures on Colombia’s health systems

The coronavirus pandemic is putting health systems the world over to the test. Providing care for even more people than usual requires rapid adjustments to be made.

01.04.2022

Rapid support for Ukraine

Electricity generators, water tanks, tents, sleeping bags and beds: people in Ukraine receive urgently needed items from a logistics centre on the Polish border. A ‘digital airlift’ also provides help to solve technical problems.

30.03.2022

Mexico: Holiday with whale sharks

In the Gulf of California, whale sharks were a tourist magnet until the pandemic hit. Now tourism is about to restart – with better protection for the creatures.

24.03.2022

State Secretary Flasbarth is the new Chair of the GIZ Supervisory Board

The State Secretary of the German Development Ministry will be taking up his new role on 24 March 2022.

21.03.2022

Green cooling – tackling climate change with eco-friendly technology

Natural refrigerants protect the environment and the climate. In Latin America and the Caribbean, they are replacing existing products that harm the climate.

15.03.2022

Philippines: visiting the doctor online

Travel within the island nation is difficult, especially under COVID-19 conditions. Digital services such as video consultations are enabling health care provision even on the most remote islands.

04.03.2022

A heroine from Moldova: ‘I am inspired by all the strong women in the community’

Silvia Feraru builds bridges and breaks stereotypes for a living. An interview with a highly motivated mediator for the Roma community in Moldova.

03.03.2022

Insights from an engineer working in development cooperation: ‘Having a technical background is always useful.’

In his role as a business scout, Ansgar Pinkowski is heavily involved in promoting green hydrogen in Brazil. In our interview, he talks about the path from theory to implementation.

21.02.2022

Thinking ahead on security: joint action needed to tackle climate risks

Global warming threatens the security of people and nations – delegates at the Munich Security Conference also discussed opportunities for transnational solutions.

17.02.2022

South Africa: vaccines for the entire continent

The African Union has learned lessons from the pandemic and is preparing for the future with its own vaccines. South Africa is now setting the course for research and production.