Terms of Reference for the Africa Institute of Environmental Law (AIEL) Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Officer

Background The Africa Institute of Environmental Law (AIEL) is a continental think tank and think-do institution established in 2020. AIEL is dedicated to advancing environmental law, natural resource governance, and sustainable development across Africa through cutting-edge research, training, capacity building, and policy dialogue. Since its founding, AIEL has rapidly evolved into a regionally recognized institution, […]

Call for Supplier Registration

The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) invites eligible suppliers and service providers to apply for vetting for the period 2025 to 2026. Successful applicants will be added to our database for the categories mentioned below. Construction Office Maintenances and Repairs Office cleaning and disinfection (including ground maintenance) Plumbing repairs Electrical repairs (including Solar repairs, installation) […]

Invitation to Tender

Project: Irrigation System Upgrade Works at Ruti Dam Irrigation Scheme, Gutu Closing Date: 23 March 2025 The ZIMBABWE ENVIRONMENTAL LAW ASSOCIATION is inviting eligible and qualified suppliers to submit tenders for the irrigation system upgrade works at Ruti Dam Irrigation Scheme in Gutu. The project includes construction, installation, and supply as per the provided Bill […]

Vacancy: Climate Change and Energy Officer

SCOPE OF WORK Summary: The incumbent should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in creating a conducive enabling environment to contribute to improved climate and energy governance with understanding of  energy security and climate resilience, and utilising climate finance for increased access to just, equitable and sustainable energy and broadly sustainable development. A […]

Vacancy: Programme Manager

SCOPE OF WORK Summary: The incumbent should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in management of programmes, fund raising and business development, stakeholder relationship in the non-profit sector, interacting with other stakeholders such as the government or Parliament. They should be capable to establish programming goals aligned to the organization’s strategic objectives, conducting […]

Vacancy: Programme Development Officer

SCOPE OF WORK Summary: The incumbent should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, resource mobilisation and stakeholder relationship management in the non-profit sector, establishing long lasting partnerships or collaborations with strategic partners including funders. They should be capable of managing existing funding and collaborative relationships, as well as establishing and nurturing […]

Navigating the complex issue of fostering mandatory human rights standards as mechanisms to promote responsible business contact in the just energy transition

Key highlights from the Alternative Mining Indaba (AMI)’s policy lab on just energy transition: A commentary   Tafara Chiremba Introduction The Danish Institute for Human Rights (DIHR) in partnership with the Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA), Centre for Environment Justice (CEJ – Zambia), Afrewatch (Democratic Republic of Congo) and Hakilasilimali (Tanzania) hosted a policy lab […]

ZELA Statement on World Wildlife Day 2025

Bridging conservation finance with social justice Today, the Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) joins the global community in celebrating World Wildlife Day 2025 under the theme “Wildlife Conservation Finance: Investing in People and Planet.” This theme powerfully resonates with ZELA’s core values and strategic commitment to advancing sustainable, equitable, and community-centred conservation practices.  ZELA has […]

A community’s fight against vulnerability to child labour and trafficking through awareness and action

Kudakwashe Dube, Hillary Mugota and Joshua Machinga With a mission that extends beyond environmental concerns, the Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) focuses on protecting community rights, especially for the most vulnerable members of society, including children. With support from European Union and in partnership with Government of Zimbabwe,  Save the Children, Coalition Against Child Labour in […]

16th Alternative Mining Indaba urges energy transition to avoid injustices of past transitions

Indaba calls for just energy transition in Africa, decries political instability and environmental challenges Batanai Mutasa Convened parallel to the Mining Indaba where delegates from across Africa gathered in Cape Town to talk about investment opportunities in the industry, the Alternative Mining Indaba (AMI) emphasized the urgent need for African governments to develop transparent and […]