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HOPES OF WATER IN MUSAYA COMING BACK TO LIFE AGAIN
Musaya Ward in Chirundu District has long struggled with severe water scarcity following the devastating flash floods of 2008-2009. These floods displaced over 102,000 families

THE ONGOING SUCCESS OF THE BULAMACHACHA YOUTH GROUP
The Centre for Environment Justice’s (CEJ) approach to economic empowerment and sustainable livelihoods through the Village Savings and Investment Banking model is making a significant

HARNESSING THE SUN: HOW FRESNEL LENSES CAN POWER ZAMBIA’S GREEN FUTURE
Introduction Fresnel lenses are powerful tools for concentrating solar energy, offering enhanced efficiency and versatility in various applications. These lenses focus sunlight onto a specific

DISPLACEMENT AND DESPAIR: THE HUMAN COST OF UNFAIR COMPENSATION IN MINING
Introduction Mining is a significant economic activity in Zambia, contributing substantially to the national GDP and employment. However, the benefits of mining often come at

EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES FOR SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES IN ZAMBIA’S EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES
By Jennifer Mwanangombe – Programme Coordinator, Environment & Extractives. Introduction Zambia is endowed with abundant natural resources, particularly copper, cobalt, and other valuable minerals, which

EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: THE PATH FORWARD FOR ZAMBIA
By: Ali Kaunda – SR4ERZ Project Coordinator. Introduction Situated in the heart of Zambia lies a region of unparalleled natural beauty. However, beneath this surface,

ENHANCING FOOD SECURITY THROUGH STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OF FOOD LOSS AND WASTE IN ZAMBIA
By Engineer Gabriel Mukuka- PC-SE/CC Introduction Zambia, a nation blessed with abundant natural resources covering 752,612 km², faces a critical challenge: hunger. Recent extreme weather

STRENGTHENING ENVIRONMENTAL LAW FOR THRIVING COMMUNITIES: INSIGHTS FROM EPD2024
By: Freeman Chiwele Mubanga – EPD Coordinator. Introduction Environmental degradation, climate change, and biodiversity loss continue to pose significant threats to our planet’s health and

BULAMACHACHA SAVINGS GROUP SUCCESS STORY
Children born and growing up in mining communities in Sinazongwe District are significantly impacted by mining activities, particularly in terms of health hazards. They are

CEJ LAUNCHES EPD STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK
CEJ is thrilled to announce the launch of our Environmental Protection and Development (EPD) Strategy and Implementation Framework, a significant step forward following the successful