The International Day of Democracy is celebrated around the world on 15 September each year. While discussions on democracy and gender equality are common, Hivos in Southern Africa and Gender and Media Connect (GMC) decided to mark the occasion unconventionally by putting an all-male panel in the hot seat. By Winston Chaniwa and Rumbidzayi C. […]
Hivos is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Project Officer – Connect, Defend, Act! based in Lilongwe, Malawi. Apply by October 6, 2025
This September, the lead up to Malawi’s general elections has seen alliances fracturing before they even reach the polls, divisive political choices, and an electorate plagued by a persistent case of voter apathy. For organizations working directly with the public, and those who seek to defend and protect citizen’s rights, there have been many opportunities […]
As Malawi (and the Southern Africa region) holds its breath for the 2025 General Elections on September 16, 2025, civic participation cannot be limited to only allowing digital access for citizens. Yes, it is imperative that citizens are online, and for debates and information to flow fast, but democracy is not built on connectivity alone! […]
Every year on September 15, the world observes the International Day of Democracy, a reminder that democracy thrives when all voices are heard and citizens are empowered to participate. Today, I join the global community in celebrating this day, which also serves as a call to action for the government of Zimbabwe, and others in […]
In Zimbabwe, women and youth are systematically excluded from places of power. The Women and Youth Leadership and Participation (WYLP) project organized them to advocate for change and take part in decision-making processes. As WYLP came to an end in August, Tambudzai Madzimure had the privilege of harvesting the fruitful results of the project. She […]
The Regional SRHR Fund hosted a Regional Convening on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) from the 22nd to the 24th July, 2025 This event brought together feminist activists, policymakers and movement-builders from across Africa under the theme, “Advancing a Feminist Approach to Ending Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Southern Africa.” The three-day event emphasized the urgent […]
In the 2023-24 season, a climate change-induced drought led to widespread crop failure and death of livestock that caused cases of hunger and malnutrition to rise across Southern Africa. In Zimbabwe, the President declared a state of emergency over the pervasive hunger and other drought-related problems. In light of all this, new farming methods have […]
Towards the east of Zambia’s capital city, Lusaka, is a largely rural city called Chongwe. Here, the adverse effects of climate change are clear to see. Driving through surrounding dried-up rivers and vast swathes of brown vegetation almost gives the impression of a “dying” city. However, the people living in this area – estimated to […]
Hivos’ Connect, Defend, Act! team in Malawi is looking for partners to implement the Sustainable Action Fund. The Fund is established to provide targeted financial and technical support for community-driven and civil society-led initiatives that protect, expand and promote inclusive civic space and human rights. Find the details of our work in Malawi and the criteria for this call for proposals.
Hivos is looking for a consultant to conduct digital security assessment, curriculum development on digital security and training of trainers.
As a passionate advocate and a mentor to young women and girls, Angelina Alexandre Nuvunga is a leading voice in the Feminist 30 under 30 campaign. Angelina’s work exemplifies the power of young women to shape their futures. “The future is in our hands, and we must shape it with courage and conviction,” she says. […]