In the 1960s, «experts» and cows were still being shipped to Rwanda in order to
intensify agriculture. Today, however, it is part of IZA's self-image to
to local needs. Nevertheless, there are still many stumbling blocks. More than 40 Swiss NGOs have therefore jointly developed a manifesto - a call for joint steps on the path to equal partnerships.
The list of global crises is long - the food crisis, climate crisis, war, military conflicts and a crisis of confidence in liberal-democratic countries are affecting the prospect of a better future. People in the Global South, who are struggling with numerous crises, are particularly affected. How are they faring and what glimmers of hope are visible on the horizon?
At the beginning of November, heavy rainfall in Kinshasa turned into a devastating disaster. The Kingabwa district, which lies along the Congo River, was severely flooded. The floodwaters destroyed houses and infrastructure and swept away the livelihoods of over 100 families.
The first round of the presidential election will take place in Chile on Sunday. This is likely to lead to a decision on the direction the country will take. Felipe Rojas Cortés from the Methodist Church in Chile reports on the mood and background, the feared consequences for migrants, and a dilemma facing the church. He also draws parallels with Europe.
Carolina Zaballa Romero is a psychologist, artist, human rights activist—and, since August, the new coordinator for South America at Connexio hope and develop. She talks about her first impressions and how and why she got involved.
Anita Müller, program manager at Connexio develop, is travelling to the DR Congo for the first time. She tells us what it was like in the following text.
