Guest articles

The Sustainable Development Goals are like a mammoth giant that is collapsing under its own weight. They are too complex and at the same time underfunded.

BMZ adopted its feminist development policy strategy a few months ago. Annette Mummert explains why this is important and what it means for GIZ’s work.

What does German feminist development policy mean? akzente asked international activists to share their thoughts with us.

Half-time for the Sustainable Development Goals – Julia Iversen explains where we stand and what this means for international cooperation

When Russia launched its war of aggression on Ukraine, GIZ was able to provide rapid and effective assistance because of our presence throughout the country. Since then, we have been combining rapid assistance with reconstruction and advice on reforms. By Daniel Busche, GIZ Country Director in Ukraine

Why an intact natural world can help us address various challenges. By Kirsten Hegener, Director of GIZ’s Competence Centre for Biodiversity, Forests and Agriculture.  

Global climate protection and why it’s essential for GIZ too. By Jörg Linke, Head of GIZ’s Competence Centre for Climate Change

How GIZ works with transitional development assistance and why it is becoming increasingly important. Guest Column by Kristian Lempa

Where GIZ stands after ten years, and why the company must continue to evolve. A contribution by Tanja Gönner, Chair of the Management Board

Things appear necessary by virtue of their very existence – why change is so difficult. Author and publicist Ilija Trojanow examines inertia and lack of imagination.

Indonesia’s path towards a sustainable future, summarised by Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani Indrawati

Why embracing forms of economic activity that are sustainable and socially equitable fis vital for the international community.