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 …
The Youth Power Driving #ESA Commitments Project: Enhancing young people’s access to SRHR services in the Eastern and Southern Africa region The East and Southern Africa (ESA) Ministerial Commitment, endorsed in 2013, are crucial for improving access to the sexual reproductive health and rights (SRHR) of adolescents and young people in the region. SRHR services …
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 …
Young Women’s Financial Inclusion & Empowerment In collaboration with financial service providers, we are delivering the Ulemelero ”Live Well” project which aims to increase access to inclusive financial services and products in rural and hard-to-reach rural areas, with a target of 12,500 young women and 2,500 men living in 45 rural communities. The Ulemelero is …
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 …
Expanding Access to Life-Changing Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare in Zambia. Spearheaded by Restless Development Zambia and supported by Marie Stopes International (MSI), Youth for Health (Y4H) is an initiative that works to expand access to life-changing adolescent sexual and reproductive healthcare and rights (ASRHR), with a focus on reaching the poorest and most marginalised …
SHE SOARS (Sexual and reproductive Health & Economic empowerment Supporting Out of school Adolescent girls’ Rights and Skills) aims to improve access to Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services for adolescents, particularly out-of-school adolescent girls, in Zambia, Kenya, and Uganda, and support the realization of these rights. Working along side health care providers and key …
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 …