SADC Hybrid Capacity-Building Workshop for Non-State Actors Underway in Harare

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) kicked off its hybrid Capacity-Building Workshop for Non-State Actors (NSAs) yesterday in Harare.

The two-day event, held in collaboration with NSAs and supported by the European Union (EU), aims to enhance the implementation of the SADC Mechanism for Engaging with Non-State Actors.

The workshop, taking place on the margins of the SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government, has brought together a diverse range of stakeholders to explore and improve modalities for effective engagement under the recently approved mechanism and accreditation requirements.

Building on the approval of the SADC Mechanism for Engagement with NSAs in August 2022 and the subsequent approval of the SADC Accreditation Guidelines for Engagement with NSAs in March 2024, this workshop marks a significant milestone in the region’s efforts to advance the SADC regional integration agenda.

As the region commences the pilot implementation phase of the SADC Accreditation Guidelines for Engagement with NSAs, this workshop provides a crucial platform for reflection, progress assessment, and establishing a foundation for future cooperation. It also offers a valuable opportunity for civil societies to engage in meaningful discussions and contribute to the regional integration process.

The workshop continues today, 12 August 2024, with participants able to join virtually upon registration.

Reporter: Nomathemba Mathe