South Africa: Civil Society to Lose Major Supporter [interview] Nov 14, 2009
That decision to take a particularly vulnerable group and invest heavily in it - we also do capacity building and organisational development support - has over the past six years yielded the results (we were seeking). The sector has also been savvy in terms of its advocacy and litigation strategy, with some significant advances, the key one being the recognition of gay marriage. (allAfrica.com)
Gilani tells James Jones US must use influence for resumption of Indo-Pak dialogue Nov 14, 2009
US committed: He said the US was committed to assisting Pakistan economically in the reconstruction of areas affected by terrorism and the capacity building of its forces. Jones assured Gilani that his country would continue urging the Indian leadership to resume the composite dialogue process. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
EPA holds National Public Hearing on Jubilee Phase 1 EIA Nov 14, 2009
He said the company had prepared a corporate social responsibility strategy, which had established a collaborative approach in the development of its Community Social Responsibility Investment Programme by providing access to good health, capacity building through education, entrepreneurial development and environmental protection. On the livelihood of fishermen in the project area, Mr Essuon said inshore fishing and fish catches would not be affected although some fish would be attracted to the... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
African countries urged to include cancer in health policy Nov 13, 2009
The meeting is to stem the tide of the pandemic with key terms that address the full cancer control continuum including cancer treatment, research and capacity building. The conference would also highlight the important roles of advocacy, prevention including tobacco control, supportive care and palliative care in the fight against the pandemic. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Australian discusses his army's challenges Nov 13, 2009
He said the army is implementing new doctrine called Adaptive Campaigning, described by Gillespie as an "integrated land force response as part of a whole of government approach." Adaptive Campaigning integrates joint land combat, population protection, public information, population support and indigenous capacity building. Gillespie said the army needs to improve its knowledge management and provide soldiers access to social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter and army Wikis. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Switzerland sponsors accreditation of food testing labs Nov 13, 2009
The laboratories which have been upgraded and internationally accredited were sponsored by the Swiss Government through the UNIDO Trade Capacity Building Project ... The Trade Capacity Building Project worth USD 2 ... Mr. Victor Mills, the Project Coordinator for the UNIDO Trade Capacity Building Project said the accredited labs will facilitate Ghanas international trade he added that we will test various export products and the results will be internationally accepted. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
The State of Town Planning in Ghana Nov 12, 2009
GIP has expressed interest in collaborating with APA-International Division and other international planning organizations to promote good planning practices, capacity building and technology transfer as well as other planning and training sessions. APA sees it as both moral and practical to advance the cause of good planning and the interests of its membership. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Press Release: IMF Selects Ghana as Site for Regional Technical Assistance Center in Africa Nov 12, 2009
The centers are part of the IMF s regional approach to capacity building that allows for better tailoring of assistance to the particular needs of a region, closer coordination with other assistance providers and donor partners, and enhances the IMF s ability to respond quickly to emerging needs ... These countries despite their differences, face broadly similar macroeconomic policy challenges and capacity building needs. (IMF News)
Rwanda: Prime Minister Scoffs at Tribunal Over Negative Influence Nov 12, 2009
ICTR Prosecutor Hassan Bubacar Jallow said that although his office has still failed to secure any transfer of cases to Rwanda, it welcomes the reforms and capacity building measures undertaken by the country in its legal system. "We will consider submitting to ICTR judges new requests for transfer early in the New Year once some additional capacity building measures are implemented," Jallow said. (allAfrica.com)
Customs Organizations resolve to tackle corruption Nov 11, 2009
" Mr Lanyoh said he was confident that they would leave the conference with a renewed and stronger commitment to ethics and good governance. Mr Eugene Ofosu-hene, Director, Revenue Preventive Unit, Revenue Agency Governing Board (RAGB), who chaired the function, admitted that customs was vulnerable to corruption because the nature of its work put officials, even at junior levels, in situations in which they had sole authority and responsibility. "In many cases they are authorized to make... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
The High Level Forum on Public Procurement Reform in Africa Nov 11, 2009
The forum on public procurement reforms in Africa is being organized by the (AfDB), in partnership with COMESA, WAEMU, the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF), the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) and the World Bank (WB). Contacts. (allAfrica.com)
Govt launches comprehensive plan for electronic monitoring of major cities Nov 11, 2009
ISLAMABAD: The government is using development funds for the capacity building of law-enforcement agencies in a bid to improve security, Interior Minister Rehman Malik said on Tuesday. Responding to points of order in the National Assembly, Malik said the government was trying to build the capacity of law-enforcement agencies at the cost of development projects. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Don't ruin Kyoto: Sonjica Nov 11, 2009
"Finally, developed countries must comply with their obligations under the Convention to provide finance, technology and capacity building support to enable developing countries to adapt to the impacts of climate change and to take mitigation actions.". She said the message from the perspective of developing countries was clear, that it took its responsibilities seriously. (iAfrica.com)
Music industry is the hub of employment - MUSIGA Nov 11, 2009
Mr Alormenu was addressing an opening ceremony of a five-day capacity building. workshop for musicians from five selected districts in the Northern in Tamale on Tuesday. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Full text of Chinese premier's press conference in Egypt Nov 11, 2009
In our assistance to and cooperation with Africa, we will continue to improve policy measures, with greater emphasis on training, capacity building and corporate social responsibility. The blame you laid on China over the issue of the Sudan is unfounded. (Xinhuanet, China)
Contractors differ in assessing FDOT spending value Nov 10, 2009
The more significant capacity building projects like that take a little bit longer to get going, he said. Mike Horan, president of Ajax, said he believes FDOT s investment in capacity projects is well timed. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Kenya: Govt Hopes to End Malaria by 2017 Nov 10, 2009
"Health systems strengthening, the development of effective medicines, human resources capacity building and more will be necessary to achieve this," said Mugo. "Eliminating malaria in 2017 is possible based on current technologies and adequate funding," said Elizabeth Juma, head of the Division of Malaria Control. (allAfrica.com)
East Africa: E-Health Network to Comat Epidemics Nov 9, 2009
com: East Africa: Health Sector Goes Digital, With Next Epidemic Alert a Click Away (Page 1 of 1). Health Sector Goes Digital, With Next Epidemic Alert a Click Away. (allAfrica.com)
Government to equip Information Officers with tools - Baba Jamal Nov 8, 2009
Mr Jamal was closing a four-day 'Human-Centred Development Reporting Capacity Building' workshop in Koforidua, organized by the UNDP for 20 District Information Officers and Journalists, drawn from the regions. He was optimistic that the workshop, with the aim of training the participants in developing and writing reports on human centred activities in line with the activities of the Community Information Centres (CIC's). (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Market-driven workshop on agriculture ends in Sunyani Nov 6, 2009
It was aimed at exploring avenues for access to loans/financing to support farmer-based organisations, engage leaders of farmer-based associations in capacity building workshops to improve their effectiveness, bring local authorities, private sector companies, financial institutions and development partners together to strategise on effective ways to boost agriculture and explore innovative techniques to improve profits from farming. Mr. Namoale who is also the Member of Parliament for La... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ghana outlines blue print for sustainable development action plan Nov 6, 2009
Ms. Ayittey was speaking at the opening of a capacity building and awareness raising workshop for preparation of Ghana's Sustainable Development Action Plan (SDAP). Participants at the two-day Accra workshop would define the structures that would guide the nation's consumption and production concept in sectors including agriculture, transportation, tourism, waste management, housing, energy, water and construction. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ghana adopts strategies to eradicate guinea worm disease by 2013 Nov 5, 2009
Speaking at a capacity building workshop on Guinea Worm Eradication, attended by 32 health workers, Mr. Acheampong said the necessary strategies had been designed towards the achievement of this goal. The strategies include the strengthening of surveillance to create awareness among the people to immediately report the detection of the disease to health officers. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Gomoa West DCE heads NALAG Nov 5, 2009
He said he would make capacity building of assembly members a top priority to make them responsive to the developmental needs of the people. He said the capacity building process would be centred on how to generate resources from outside the District Assemblies' Common Fund and other government support. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
20% efficieny to save Rs 120,000 cr investment: Shinde Nov 5, 2009
It will also act as a resource centre for capacity building of state development agencies, utilities, financial institutions etc. Expressing confidence that the government will be able to meet the target of power for all by 2012, Shinde said compared to the last three plan periods, the capacity addition programme in the current plan is progressing well. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
$8500 Awarded To NESDCAP Nov 5, 2009
This grant was presented through the South Dakota Nonprofit Enhancement Project's capacity building grant program ... According to Bob Sutton, President of the South Dakota Community Foundation, "The demand for this capacity building grant funding from all areas of South Dakota was tremendous. It is clear to see there is a need for technical assistance in the nonprofit sector." "We are pleased to be the conduit to provide such funding, and look forward to working with additional nonprofit... (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Kyoto Protocol needs to continue: UN climate chief Nov 4, 2009
There is also a growing consensus on strengthening support to developing countries on adaptation and a growing agreement that stronger capacity building is needed in developing countries, he added. Talking of his expectations for Copenhagen, De Boer said "We can have a decision in Copenhagen which makes it absolutely clear how a long term strategy to address climate change is going to be shaped, and how such a strategy can later be written into a legally binding treaty.". (Xinhuanet, China)
Zimbabwe: We've Done Our Best to Comply With KP - Mpofu Nov 4, 2009
"With limited resources available to us, we certainly have made considerable progress in achieving full compliance in the KP requirements. "The situation on the ground in the Marange diamond field is rapidly changing with the implementation of our workplan," Minister Mpofu said. He said Zimbabwe had made formal requests to South Africa and Namibia for capacity building assistance in order to achieve compliance with the Kimberley Process Certifi-cation Scheme at the Marange diamond fields. "On 21... (allAfrica.com)
British High Commissioner visits Upper West Region Nov 4, 2009
Mr. Khalid appealed to the British Government to extend its support to include capacity building for rural entrepreneurs to enable them turn out products that would be competitive in the markets and in the end reduce poverty. Source:GNA. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Kenya: Illegal Migration Thriving at Far-Flung Border With Somalia Oct 30, 2009
The project under the fourth Tokyo International Conference on Africa's Development project, "Capacity Building to Enhance Migration Management, Security and Protection in South Central Somalia and Kenya", is faced with huge challenges of securing Kenya's porous borders with Somalia. Dilapidated. (allAfrica.com)
NAi Booksellers newsletter October 2009 Oct 30, 2009
The Urban Laboratory Addis Ababa is a research initiative launched by the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) Zurich in collaboration with Addis Ababa University (AAU) and the Ethiopian Engineering Capacity Building Program (ECBP). The laboratory sets as its objective the development of sustainable strategies for urban environments. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Expectations for Ghanas oil too high - Expert Oct 29, 2009
In a brief remark, Angela Mugore, Program Officer for Training and Capacity Building at Revenue Watch Institute praised the Parliamentary Center for such a visionary program and also allowing RWI to partner the Center. She said RWI aims at helping increase parliamentary effectiveness in resource-rich countries through capacity building programs to enhance legislators and parliamentary staffs ability to assimilate complex information relating to their countries extractive... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Youth in Birim North throws weight behind Newmont Oct 29, 2009
He said the Company had supported the construction and renovation of many school buildings in the Birim North District, provided other social amenities including potable water; places of convenience; employment to the youth and capacity building in various fields to individuals, groups and households. Mr Boateng expressed regret that while the umbrella youth association was still holding discussions with Newmont on how to maximize the benefits of the mines to the communities that would be... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rwanda: Changing Our Mindset for a Strong Savings Culture [editorial] Oct 29, 2009
It is equally important to have capacity building programmes, to sensitise the population that consuming today is not more important than planning for the future. Like the Finance Minister, recently put it, it is important to develop capacity to redesign and propose appropriate, effective and innovative savings products. (allAfrica.com)
Zardari welcomes Clinton's visit at " difficult time" Oct 29, 2009
The president said that Pakistan needed assistance stabilizing its economy through investment promotion, overcoming the energy crisis, facilitation in getting market access, capacity building of civilian institutions and securing the needed investment in education and social sector as measures for long term fight against the militancy. He also urged for the speedy delivery of equipment to fight insurgency. (Xinhuanet, China)
Africa: Continent Rejects New Climate Change Pact Oct 28, 2009
The provision of financial, technological and capacity building support by developed country parties for adaptation in developing countries, they argued, is a commitment under the climate change Convention that must be urgently fulfilled ... While developed Countries must reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by at least 40 per cent below 1990 levels by 2020 and at least 80 per cent to 95 per cent below 1990 levels by 2050, in order to achieve the lowest level of stabilisation assessed by the... (allAfrica.com)
Produce documentation on ascension to skins, Upper East chiefs advised Oct 27, 2009
Mr Woyongo said funds had been allocated for the Ministry of Chieftaincy and Culture to collaborate with District Assemblies and organ= ize capacity building workshops to sensitise chiefs on government policies an= d governance. He explained that this would enable the chiefs to appreciate their roles in conflict resolution and the promotion of agriculture, security, health, education, sanitation and infrastructure development. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Accra, Oct. 26, GNA - A UK International Health Links Funding Scheme Oct 27, 2009
Link activities could be very broad to include training and capacity building for staff. providing practical skills, continuing professional development and curriculum development. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Africa: Continent Wants Kyoto Pact to Stay in Place Oct 27, 2009
The provision of financial, technological and capacity building support by developed countries' parties for adaptation in developing countries, they argue, is a commitment made under the climate change convention. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
Workshop for Police Personnel ends at Koforidua Oct 25, 2009
Koforidua Oct. 24 GNA - A two-week capacity building course for 150 junior police officers ended in Koforidua on Friday. The course, which was attended by Constables, Lance Corporals and Corporals, took the participants through Community Policing to show that Modern Policing requires officers to form partnerships with the community, analyze their problems, respond to them and assess the action taken. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Governing board of CSIR Oct 24, 2009
She urged the board to come out with strategies for capacity building in science and technology, promotion of commercialisation of research findings and create an avenue where researchers could meet to share ideas. Professor Eugene Amonoo-Neizer, Chairman of the board thanked the government for the confidence reposed in the members and pledged to work to improve activities of the CSIR. He urged the members to come out with innovative ideas that could be implemented to help build the... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
US zeroes in on China's clout in Myanmar Oct 24, 2009
However, with a high-profile international campaign accusing Myanmar's regime of gross human-rights violations and a strong anti-junta lobby in the US Congress backed up by sanctions legislation, the latest of which, the Tom Lantos Jade Act passed in 2007 with overwhelming support, the administration could not simply step up funding of development and capacity building programs as it had with Laos, Cambodia and Thailand. Instead, the US has adopted a policy that keeps sanctions in place, but... (Asia Times Online)
Africa: Continent Readies United Front for Crucial Copenhagen Talks Oct 23, 2009
"If the (Copenhagen) deal does not respond to the expectation of African nations to adapt to climate change, (and) if it fails to provide the necessary finance, technology and capacity building, then Africa should consider not signing in Copenhagen," Sow said. A really bad deal could be worse than no deal at all, Sow told IPS, while monitoring the meeting in the Ethiopian capital. (allAfrica.com)
Focus on women in NAM countries Oct 23, 2009
THE NAM (Non-Aligned Movement) Institute for the Empowerment of Women (NIEW), an institute dedicated to empowering women through skills training and capacity building, is holding an exhibition until Sunday at Mid Valley Exhibition Centre in Kuala Lumpur. The exhibition with the theme, Women of NAM: A Thousand Faces. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Sick-PSU staff to get dues worth Rs 72 crore Oct 23, 2009
Under the scheme, government would provide 50% of the expenditure to the entrepreneurs for developing common infrastructure, capacity building and engineering and construction supervision. The grant would, however, not be more than Rs 40 crore per park. (India Times)
Umno Youth, Thailands young MPs to cooperate Oct 23, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian and Thai young leaders have agreed to work together in the troubled southern Thai region in education initiatives and capacity building. This was agreed upon during a meeting between an Umno Youth delegation led by its head Khairy Jamaluddin and Thailands young parlimentarians from the ruling Democrat Party at Parliament House in Bangkok on Thursday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Zambia: Baobab Land Not Used for Its Purpose, Says Mabenga Oct 23, 2009
Mr Simbao said most of the funds from cooperating partners were for seminars, workshops and capacity building and as such, the sector would not suffer even in the face of reduced funding. Be the first to. (allAfrica.com)
Develop a single approach for cocoa certification Oct 23, 2009
Giving the overview of the project in Ghana, Mr Isaac K. Gyamfi, Country Manager of STCP, said the capacity building workshop organized by STCP on appropriate methods of cocoa production in 56 districts had helped to increase their cocoa yields to about 40 per cent.. He said the introduction of group sales, entrepreneurship training and quality control had also resulted in about 15 per cent higher farm-gate prices for farmers. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Do not use unapproved herbal medicine Oct 22, 2009
Addressing about 32 health workers drawn from Nkoranza South District at a capacity building seminar on Buruli ulcer control and management at Nkoranza, Dr. Tinkorang noted that some herbal drugs contained high toxic elements that posed a serious threat to human health. The seminar was organised by the Medical Assistance Programme (MAP) International, a United States non-governmental organisation and the District Directorate of Health Services. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Obesity project aims to remove Kettleman Citys food desert status Oct 22, 2009
"The idea of preventing obesity includes eating healthy. For some communities, healthy eating is not the easiest decision," said Juan Ybarra, community health capacity building specialist for the obesity prevention program. "We're trying to make the healthy choice the easy choice. The residents in Kettleman City need to eat healthy, but they don't have the environment to support that. We want to improve those environments to at least give the option for them to eat healthy.". (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Switzerland partners GIPC to attract investment Oct 22, 2009
Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has embarked on capacity building programme which is supported by Switzerland through its Investment Promotion in Sub-Saharan Africa (IPSSA) initiative to enhance the capacity of the GIPC to induce concrete foreign direct investments into Ghana through the organization of matchmaking events in Switzerland and Ghana. This programme is being implemented in two countries in Africa; Ghana and Madagascar. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Superstition, main cause of maternal morbidity in Ghana - NGOs Oct 22, 2009
It is being funded by the Royal Netherlands Government for institutional development and capacity building. 21 Oct. 09. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Australia seeks early troop pull-out from Afghanistan Oct 21, 2009
" McChrystal warned last month that the war could be lost within a year without extra resources to fight the resurgent Islamists, who were driven from power by the 2001 US-led invasion. President Barack Obama is considering boosting US troops by 40,000 to more than 100,000. Political uncertainty also continues with President Hamid Karzai facing a run-off with rival Abdullah Abdullah after August's flawed polls. Australia has lost 11 soldiers in Afghanistan with Prime Minister Kevin Rudd... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Halt Hutton inquisition, urges former BBC chief Oct 20, 2009
delivering capacity building training to the third. unspecified. (Yahoo News -- Hutton Report)
Billerica resident will be part of provincial reconstruction teams overseas Oct 20, 2009
It might be economic development, capacity building, working with local government to identify what their priorities are, such as building a well or schools. I can identify different contractors that can help them in those areas, and make sure it s along the national strategy, the Afghanistan National Development Strategy. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Grant awarded to breast cancer organization based in Holbrook Oct 15, 2009
A capacity building grant from the Catalyst Fund for $3,500 was recently awarded to the organization. The Catalyst Fund is administered by the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation and funded entirely with donations from employees of Blue Cross Blue Shield. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
NMCs of Ghana and Sierra Leone agree to cooperate Oct 15, 2009
Accra, Oct. 14, GNA - The Media Commissions of Ghana and Sierra Leone have agreed to support each other in institutional capacity building and development of joint programmes for the training of journalists and other independent democratic institutions on media, conflict and peace building. The Commissions would also lead efforts towards the development of a unified media regulatory system for integrated West Africa within the framework of ECOWAS and collaborate further in the areas of... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Conference of Medical Superintendents Group opens Oct 15, 2009
The three-day conference was on the theme: "Research and Medical Practice, Capacity Building in our Hospitals.". Mr Aidoo said inadequate infrastructure and lack of key personnel including pathologists hinder clinical medical research. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
* Ready to abandon your carbon-clogged past? Oct 14, 2009
As a new global platform for renewables, IRENA will provide policy advice and assist in capacity building and technology transfer. This will contribute to giving the poorest nations affordable access to clean energy, a key step towards lifting millions out of poverty. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Book on Gender-Budgeting launched Oct 14, 2009
The 187-page book entitled "Gender-Budgeting as a Tool for Poverty Reduction" was written by the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF), a women's development oriented international nongovernmental organisation (NGO) headquartered in Zimbabwe. Commenting on the book, Madam Frannie Leautier, Executive Director of ACBF, said it was written in order to highlight capacity weaknesses in gender budgeting that needed to be addressed. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
* Interpol passports could allow agents visa-free travel Oct 14, 2009
On every front, whether its capacity building, interim law enforcement or close operations support, we need the help of Interpol, Hughes said. This story has been viewed 278 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
GLOBAL POLICE: Interpol to help UN in 'peacekeeping missions'... Oct 13, 2009
"On every front, whether it's capacity building, interim law enforcement or close operations support, we need the help of Interpol... we need all of the technical expertise that Interpol can bring to the equation," Hughes said. The number of police forces involved in UN peacekeeping operations are expected to increase to 15,000 in the next two months from 6,000 in 2005, UN officials said. (The Drudge Report)
Ketu South Assembly gets incentive award fund Oct 13, 2009
Projects to be implemented under the grant are in education, capacity building, health and sanitation sectors in conformity with the district medium term development plan and eight communities including Adafienu, Nogokpo and Dornomadi have been named to benefit. The meeting hailed the recognition and the grant as a motivation for extra dedication to duty and diligence which should culminate into improving the lot of the people. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Education for growth opportunities Oct 13, 2009
This work suggests that education system should adopt a framework of continuum for all its key stake holders namely students, teachers, administrators and alumni to address issues of educational reforms including regulation, capacity building and inclusion ... Capacity building has to complete these gaps. (India Times)
Interpol seeks visa-free travel for its cops Oct 13, 2009
"On every front, whether it's capacity building, interim law enforcement or close operations support, we need the help of Interpol," Hughes said. Some 800 delegates, including more than 60 ministers, are attending the general assembly, which ends Thursday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Asian Paints one of the safest bets for long-term investor Oct 12, 2009
Asian Paints also has an eye on capacity building both in India and overseas and is incurring capex towards expanding its manufacturing capacities. On the flip side, since the companys industrial and automotive paints segment had suffered a serious impact in FY09, the growth in this segment is going to be challenging. (India Times)
