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The role of development finance institutions in addressing food security in vulnerable contexts
This report asks what more can be done to address food security in low-income economies that are frequently subjected to conflict, political instability, macroeconomic imbalances and natural disasters. The report focuses on 14 countries: the 10+1 group, which includes 10 countries –Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria and Yemen – and 1 region: Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali and Niger.
Link- Afghanistan
- Central African Republic
- Congo (Democratic Republic)
- Ethiopia
- Nigeria
- Somalia
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Syria
- Yemen
- Burkina Faso
- Chad
- Mali
- Niger
- Humanitarian
- Agriculture, Land-use, and Forestry
- SPARC (Supporting Pastoralism and Agriculture in Recurrent and Protracted Crises)
- 2023
This report sets out the findings from a gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) analysis, focused on biodiversity, sustainable seafood and pollution in coastal areas of Ghana. The findings will be used to inform the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) on the needs of the most vulnerable and marginalised groups in the locations where the programme is implemented. This research has been conducted over a period of two months and involved both primary and secondary qualitative research.
PDF- Ghana
- Biodiversity / Ecosystem Conservation and Management (Terrestrial and Marine)
- 2025
This WOW Helpdesk query identifies potential economic opportunities for urban women and youth in the green-growth and low-carbon sectors of the economy in Mozambique. A desk review of literature on green growth and green jobs and skills for urban women and youth was complemented by interviews with one key informant based in Mozambique. The evidence was presented and discussed at a consultation with representatives from FCDO and MUVA.
Link- Mozambique
- Gender Equity
- urban development
- 2021
This report sets out the findings from a gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) analysis, focused on biodiversity, sustainable seafood and pollution in coastal areas of Sri Lanka. The findings will be used to inform the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) on the needs of the most vulnerable and marginalised groups in the locations where the programme is implemented. This research has been conducted over a period of two months and involved both primary and secondary qualitative research.
PDF- Sri Lanka
- Biodiversity / Ecosystem Conservation and Management (Terrestrial and Marine)
- 2025
This report prepared by Dr Nicholas Brooks provides insights from the CRIDF programme on using climate information to support resilience and adaptation in Southern Africa. It details CRIDF's approach to integrating climate risk assessments, the challenges of promoting resilience, and the programme’s innovative tools. The report also offers recommendations for enhancing adaptation by addressing water and infrastructure needs within climate-affected communities across the SADC region.
PDF- Angola
- Botswana
- Congo (Democratic Republic)
- Eswatini
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Climate Resilience and Adaptation
- Climate Science
- Governance
- Water Resources Management
- Infrastructure (Including Energy and Transport)
- 2021
This query provides an accessible review of the evidence to support efforts to strengthens gender considerations, women’s opportunities and economic empowerment within the FCDO and wider UK government response to acute food insecurity and famine prevention.
Link- Humanitarian
- Gender Equity
- Work and Opportunities for Women (WOW) Helpdesk
- 2023
This tool guides FCDO staff in integrating five core environmental principles—integration, prevention, rectification at source, polluter pays, and precautionary—into policy development. It provides a structured framework with targeted questions to ensure environmental considerations are embedded in decision-making processes. After internal trials, the Energy, Climate and Environment Directorate implemented the tool across the FCDO on November 1, 2023, aligning with the statutory duty's commencement.
Link- United Kingdom
- Biodiversity / Ecosystem Conservation and Management (Terrestrial and Marine)
- Diplomacy and policy influencing
- Climate Resilience and Adaptation
- Nature Facility
- 2023
This is the first edition of CLEAN Helpdesk newsletter. Over the past year, the CLEAN Helpdesk has supported UK government departments with technical assistance to integrate climate and nature across ODA-funded programmes from Zambia, Jordan, South Sudan and more countries. Follow this link to view the complete newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/707e69d22e6c/cleandesk-newsletter-4455064
Link- Zambia
- United Kingdom
- Jordan
- South Sudan
- Syria
- Humanitarian
- Social Protection
- Education
- Climate resilience
- 2025
ICF for Education: Summary Guidance
This FCDO document includes a summary overview of ICF Financing within FCDO, and how Education Advisers can apply this to their programmes (both new and older programmes retrospectively).
PDF- United Kingdom
- Education
- Climate Finance
- International Climate Finance
- 2022
This report which was prepared by Sam Barret offers insights into enhancing the integration of climate resilience into FCDO's social protection portfolio. It reviews case studies on climate-adaptive social protection in various countries, examining programmes that support cash transfers, climate-smart public works, and scalable safety nets. Recommendations focus on aligning social protection efforts with climate adaptation objectives, using tools like the International Climate Finance criteria, and implementing shock-responsive systems to improve resilience for vulnerable communities.
PDF- Ethiopia
- Kenya
- Bangladesh
- Tanzania
- Rwanda
- Climate Resilience and Adaptation
- Social Protection
- Humanitarian
- Governance
- Infrastructure (Including Energy and Transport)
- Water Resources Management
- 2023
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