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This news section holds background information on our work about topics impacting & driving the change in Pakistan. Unfold & receive regular updates and insights about our #JourneyOfChange.
05.04.2024
Spotlight on DEEGRO.w: A Gamification Solution for Climate Change
GIZ fosters intrapreneurship among its employees to pioneer innovative solutions for global challenges. Learn how the GIZ Innovation Fund supports groundbreaking initiatives like DEEGRO.w, a gamified solution aimed at combating climate change.
19.03.2024
Blossoming Gardens: Empowering Rural Women through Climate-Smart Agriculture
Allah Jivae, a resilient woman from a remote village in Punjab, turned her family's struggle into a story of triumph by embracing climate-smart agriculture and started her own food garden, securing financial independence and food security for her family.
18.03.2024
Transforming Pakistan's Textile Sector: Fair - Equal - Competitive
The dynamic textile sector of Pakistan is confronted with challenges and prospects alike. Join Yulia and Ubaid in Lahore as they lead the charge towards diversity, inclusion, sustainability & readiness for the EU Green Deal.
29.02.2024
From Dream to Reality: Kiran’s Inspiring Entrepreneurial Journey
Determined to become a beautician, Kiran Fatima, a young woman with speech and hearing impairment, overcame all the challenges and now runs a successful beauty salon in Lahore. Read about her inspiring journey.
20.02.2024
Empowering Young Voices: Zuha Ayub's Journey of Change as Young Parliamentary Associate
In the serene valleys of Abbottabad, a young woman named Zuha Ayub embarked on a journey that would shape not only her own future but also strengthen the parliamentary democracy in Pakistan.
06.02.2024
Pakistan and Germany Strengthen Bilateral Ties with €45 Million Technical Cooperation Agreement
Pakistan and Germany signed a €45 Million Technical Cooperation Agreement, marking a significant stride towards sustainable development.
05.01.2024
Making education accessible for Afghan refugee children with disabilities
Urban Refugees Support Units provide crucial support to Afghan refugees. Their efforts led to a major policy update making enrolment in special education institutes easier for differently abled Afghan refugee children.
12.12.2023
Benazir Roufi: A story of hope and resilience
Benazir Roufi is an Afghan refugee living in Pakistan. She runs an Afghan Women Solidarity Cafe in Rawalpindi. She talks about her entrepreneurial journey and how the Urban Cohesion Hub in Rawalpindi supported her.
29.11.2023
Gupshup with Country Director's
Watch GIZ's fireside chat featuring our former Country Director, Tobias Becker, and the new Country Director for GIZ Pakistan, Angelika Fleddermann.
28.11.2023
Empowering Local Governments in Pakistan for SDG Success
Lawmakers and stakeholders gathered at the "National Meet on Sustainable Development Goals" to empower local governments. One focus: proposing constitutional amendments to Article 140-A like the inclusion of a 35% quota for women in local councils.
22.11.2023
Pakistan's Strides Towards an Environmentally-Friendly Economy: Green Skills & Green Jobs at the Forefront
Pakistan is actively contributing to the global fight against climate change, forging a path towards sustainability, a reduced carbon footprint, and enhanced international cooperation, particularly in the aftermath of the severe 2022 floods.
21.11.2023
Transforming Workplace Landscapes
The Labour & Human Resource Department (LHRD) Punjab has made a monumental leap in organisational excellence by embracing the Common Assessment Framework (CAF). Discover LHRD’s CAF journey and the establishment of a CAF Community of Practice.
17.11.2023
URSU's swift action saves life: Said Khan receives vital medical treatment in Peshawar
Said Khan, a 59-year-old urban Afghan refugee had a medical emergency and received life-saving treatment with the help of the Urban Refugees Support Unit.
14.11.2023
Revolutionising local revenue management in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
The Financial Records and Information Management System (FRIMS) is revolutionising revenue management in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and empowering local governments for efficient service delivery and transparent revenue generation.
2.11.2023
A Transformative Collaboration for a Greener Future
Established at COP26, the Pak-German Climate & Energy Partnership (PGCEP) symbolises the shared commitment to climate-resilient, sustainable development of both countries.
23.10.2023
Inspiring Youth Towards Renewable Energy: Benchmark School Joins the Solar Schools Network
Benchmark School emerges as a beacon of change, embracing renewable energy education through the Solar Schools Network. Discover how this initiative ignites a passion for sustainability among the youth, paving the way for a brighter, greener future.
25.07.2023
Closing the gender education gap: Accessible toilets provide safety and equality for students in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
By addressing the lack of toilet facilities, one school in Nowshera is making a significant impact on attendance rates and empowering girls and children with disabilities to thrive in their education.
12.07.2023
Better vision, better opportunities
Nabeela, a 15-year-old student, participated in a vision and hearing screening. Little did she know that this screening would reveal a significant issue with her eyesight, one that could be resolved through a simple surgery.
26.06.2023
A conversation about the journey towards sustainable production in the textile industry
The textile and fashion industry forms Pakistan's largest economic sector, and yet there are few initiatives to promote social security and environmentally friendly growth. Some companies have chosen the right track which secures sales internationally.
19.06.2023
Setting the stage for effective governance: First Annual National Social Protection Conference in Pakistan
The COVID-19 pandemic and the devastating floods in 2022 have highlighted the need for a more adaptive approach to social protection. The first Annual Social Protection Conference brought together Pakistani stakeholders to take joint action.
15.06.2023
A small device for equal opportunities
For many children entering school is the most exciting experience of their childhood. The feeling of entering a classroom, meeting the teacher for the first time, and finally learning to write, count and read are memories to cherish for a lifetime.