Terms of Reference Background and introduction A public interest Organization which seeks to promote environmental justice, sustainable and equitable use of natural resources is seeking the services of a social influencer to promote tax justice in the sector. Zimbabwe joined the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining and Metals (IGF) in 2023 and is poised to benefit […]
Terms of Reference Development of a Policy Brief on Decent Work for Women in Mining Background According to the International Labour Organisation (ILO) decent work sums up the aspirations of people in their working lives. It involves opportunities for work that is productive and delivers a fair income, security in the workplace and social protection […]
IntroductionThe Africa Institute of Environmental Law is a dynamic think tank focused on research, training, and capacity building in natural resource governance and environmental law across Africa. We are initiating an important study titled “Navigating Economic Transitions: Unveiling the Benefits of Enhanced Investments and Policy Support in the Tourism Sector for South Africa and Namibia […]
Introduction The Africa Institute of Environmental Law is a respected think tank dedicated to research, training, and capacity building in natural resource governance and environmental law throughout Africa. We are beginning an important study titled “Navigating Economic Transitions: Unveiling the Benefits of Enhanced Investments and Policy Support in the Agriculture Sectors of South Africa and […]
Compiled by Tafadzwa Mvududu The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) held a wide range of activities to help a group of nine visiting Norwegian law students from Humak University, experience and better understand the need for responsible mining in Zimbabwe. Despite setting foot in the country for the first time, supported by Norwegian Church Aid […]
Compiled by Kudakwashe Dube The first quarter of 2024 saw the Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) hold a series of multi-stakeholder dialogues to promote responsible environmental governance in mining and peri-mining communities. Stakeholders who participated in the dialogues include community members, Environmental Management Agency (EMA), and Rural District Councils. ZELA, under the ‘Multi-stakeholder Actions for […]
5 April 2024 Wildlife Ambassador Urges Protection of Aquatic Animals in Parks and Wildlife Act and Wildlife Policy The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) joined the global community in celebrating World Aquatic Animal Day, this week. This year’s theme, Intersectional Considerations of Aquatic Animals, highlighted the crucial roles played by aquatic animals in their ecosystems. […]
22 March 2024 Responsible Water Governance for Peace The Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA) celebrates World Water Day, welcoming this call to act and tackle the global water crisis – a natural resource that is at the centre of many conflicts. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) notes that roughly half of the world’s […]
Empowering Women, Youths, and Marginalised Groups in the Face of Climate Change In the heart of Harare, from the 13th – 14th of March 2024, the 8th Annual Gender Symposium unfolded under the banner “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,” a clarion call to action against the backdrop of climate change. Rebranded to the Symposium on […]
Compiled by Byron Zamasiya IntroductionThe Conference of Parties (COPs) meetings within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) have historically struggled to produce concrete outcomes, often ending with deferred decisions or vague language. While acknowledging the achievements made since 1992, it’s essential to recognize that terms like “workplan” and “programme” have dominated COP […]