Why are so many young Zambians sitting out of decision-making? Our new study with BBC Media Action uncovers what’s really holding them back — from confusing systems and a lack of information, to feeling ignored or excluded. We spoke to young people in Kabwe and Chingola, and the message was clear: they want to get …
When young people have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to lead, they don’t just transform their own lives, they uplift those around them. Our 2024 Annual Report is more than a summary of activities — it’s a reflection of what it truly means to shift power. Throughout the year, young people were not only at …
Collaborations for Impact: Making Moves Towards Financial Inclusion In August 2024, Restless Development signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Foundation for International Community Assistance (FINCA) and Zambia Credit Guarantee Scheme (ZCGS), marking a timely partnership as the Zambian government pursues greater financial inclusion for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Like many Civil Society …
Ulemelero (Live well) boosts financial inclusion for rural young women in Luapula Province, Eastern Province and Western Province, Zambia.
It expands access to mobile money and agent banking and strengthens saving groups using a gender-transformative approach.
Fridah Banda, a young woman from Ngala Village in Chadiza, Zambia, proved that with determination, access and hard work, financial freedom is achievable. – Fridah Banda Fridah joined the YSLA in her community in 2023, a decision that completely changed her life. Starting with a small savings pot, she began making and selling sweet scones …
Youth for Health (Y4H) (now completed) expands access to adolescent sexual and reproductive healthcare and rights for marginalised girls, including girls with disabilities, in rural Zambia—strengthening youth-friendly services, community engagement, and youth-led accountability.
SHE SOARS supports out-of-school adolescents—especially girls aged 10–19—with practical sessions on sexual and reproductive health and rights, life skills, and basic financial literacy in Eastern Province, Zambia.
Call to Action: for ESA countries to accelerate the implementation of laws and policies on menstrual hygiene to end “period poverty” The #YouthPower Driving #ESA network urgently calls on the responsible governments in Sub-Saharan Africa to prioritise menstrual hygiene for Adolescent girls and young women. The stark reality is that many school-going young girls miss …
Aliness, is a 14-year-old young girl living in Petauke, Zambia. In her village, young people face many challenges such as child marriages, teenage pregancies and child labour. Many girls, including me, and everyone who was married off at a young age are back in school because of the commitment of our village headman in fighting …
Unlocking the Potential of Youth-led Development through Youth Leadership The world has changed, Youth Power has changed and Restless Development has changed. Our new localised strategy recognises this, and sets out a path to support Youth Power in creating a better Zambia. Through Meaningful Youth Engagement and youth-led change, the Youth Collective, Gender Transformative, Community-Led …