Democratic Republic of the Congo: supporting the fight against Ebola
01.08.2018
- 30.04.2019
The unpredictable nature of epidemics and the humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo pose a challenge. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing the tenth Ebola outbreak in the country's history. The Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and Medair have mounted a rapid and flexible response to stop the virus from spreading in North Kivu province.
| Country/region | Topic | Period | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Democratic Republic Congo |
Health
Primary health care
Basic nutrition
Reproductive health & rights
|
01.08.2018 - 30.04.2019 |
CHF 1'359'156 |
Project completed
Emergency aid in the Kasai region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
01.09.2017
- 31.03.2018
The conflict that has plagued the Kasai region since August 2016 has added to the numerous crises affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It has displaced more than 1.4 million people and plunged 3 million into food insecurity. Swiss Humanitarian Aid has extended its activities to this region where emergency aid is still almost non-existent. The SDC's intervention aims to cover the essential needs of people affected.
| Country/region | Topic | Period | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Democratic Republic Congo |
Humanitarian Assistance & DRR
Emergency food assistance
Material relief assistance
Emergency rehabilitation
|
01.09.2017 - 31.03.2018 |
CHF 1'250'000 |
Project completed
Healthcare in the Great Lakes region: taking healthcare to the people
01.02.2013
- 31.12.2018
Despite the political and humanitarian crisis Burundi is experiencing, the SDC remains committed to providing help directly to the people. In the health sector it aims to strengthen treatment capacity in health centres and district hospitals so that these can provide accessible, good-quality care. The SDC programme covers both Burundi and Rwanda.
| Country/region | Topic | Period | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
The Great Lakes Region |
Health
Health systems strengthening
Primary health care
Reproductive health & rights
|
01.02.2013 - 31.12.2018 |
CHF 9'970'000 |
Project completed
Broadening the range of occupations to boost the economy
01.05.2012
- 31.01.2016
Since 2012, the SDC has been running a programme specifically designed for young Rwandans. By improving the quality of several vocational schools in Rwanda, the SDC aims to better equip young people to meet the needs of the country's economy, which must become more diversified if it is to grow. The SDC's efforts are also helping the most disadvantaged members of society to enter the job market.
| Country/region | Topic | Period | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
The Great Lakes Region Rwanda, Western Province |
Vocational training Employment & economic development Health
Vocational training
Employment creation
Health systems strengthening
|
01.05.2012 - 31.01.2016 |
CHF 9'740'000 |
Project completed
South Kivu Province: Better Sanitation Infrastructures for the Population
01.09.2010
- 31.01.2015
Following the years of civil war, and in a security situation which remains delicate, sanitation facilities are improving in South Kivu, in eastern Congo. A total of 37 health centres have been rehabilitated and equipped and two hospitals now have new paediatrics units. The hospitals and health centres are supplied with medicines through a distribution network.
| Country/region | Topic | Period | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Democratic Republic Congo South Kivu Province |
Health Vocational training Education
Primary health care
Health systems strengthening
Reproductive health & rights
Vocational training
|
01.09.2010 - 31.01.2015 |
CHF 11'395'000 |
Cross Boarder Trade for Peace
01.10.2019
- 30.09.2022
In line with SDC’s strategy to increase the elements of its portfolio fostering cross-border cooperation in the Great Lakes, this project seeks to address the lack of social cohesion and trust amongst border communities in the Great Lakes region especially between Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and Burundi. Cross Border Trade for Peace is a contribution by SDC to the Mupaka Shamba Letu (The border, our livelihood) project co-financed with SIDA and implemented by International Alert. A particular focus is given to empowering women active in cross-border trade.
Promoting Market Oriented Skills Training in the Great Lakes region (PROMOST)
01.07.2019
- 30.06.2022
PROMOST contributed to increased employment and income generation in the Great Lakes region by providing access and enhancing quality of vocational training. Building on the achievements of the previous two phases, the third phase will focus on the sustainability of the interventions, on the labor market insertion of graduates and on the institutionalization of short-term training and apprentice-ships, thus permitting the phasing-out of Swiss contributions and the continuous increasing of national and regional commitments to professional skills education, especially in Rwanda.
Project completed
Contributions to OCHA Field Operations in 2019
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2019
OCHA’s mission is to coordinate the global emergency response, to save lives and protect people in humanitarian crises. OCHA advocates for effective and principled humanitarian action by all, for all, in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in sudden-onset disasters and protracted crises. It is responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent and timely response to emergencies. Therefore, SDC seeks to provide support to OCHA field and regional offices in relevant humanitarian contexts, in line with SDC geographic and thematic priorities.
Project completed
Allocation of SDC Funding to ICRC Operations in 2019
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2019
In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding to respond to changing needs in humanitarian crises. SDC funding to ICRC operations allows the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to respond proactively and to provide immediate protection and assistance for people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence.
Participation citoyenne et prévention des conflits dans la région des Grands Lacs (PCPC)
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2029
Les conflits récurrents dans la région des Grands Lacs ont des conséquences néfastes sur les systèmes de gouvernance et sur le bien-être des populations. Il est dans l’intérêt de la Suisse de contribuer à une paix durable et à la stabilité dans la région. Le projet renforcera ainsi les mécanismes formels et informels de prévention et de gestion des conflits communautaires, par la promotion des droits de l’homme, de la redevabilité sociale et du dialogue inclusif. Des partenariats engageront les autorités et différents acteurs de la société civile, en priorité dans les régions transfrontalières.
Project completed
Réponse intégrée d'urgence aux besoins en protection de l'enfance et en éducation dans les territoires de Beni et Lubero dans la province du Nord Kivu
01.10.2018
- 30.10.2019
Les territoires de Béni et Lubero, au Nord-Kivu, sont caractérisés par une importante instabilité politique et sécuritaire. Effets directs de cette situation, les déplacements de populations se comptent par dizaines de milliers chaque année, le taux de déscolarisation dans certaines zones ciblées dépasse 60% et les enfants sont exposés à de multiples abus. Ce projet fournit un appui de protection de l’enfance en urgence à travers des activités éducatives et de protection.
Project completed
Appui à la paix et à la stabilité en RDC par l’observation de proximité des scrutins du 23 décembre 2018
01.10.2018
- 31.03.2019
La RDC se prépare à des élections le 23 décembre 2018. Le gouvernement indique vouloir les financer seul. Le processus électoral, bien avancé, reste fortement contrôlé et peu transparent, créant la méfiance de la population. La société civile revendique des élections crédibles ; l’appui de la Suisse et d’autres bailleurs lui permet de s’organiser pour mener une observation citoyenne. La présence des observateurs contribue à rendre le processus électoral transparent.
