Economic development and employment

akzente reports on GIZ’s work. In seven different thematic areas ranging from economic development and employment promotion to environment and energy to strengthening freedom and security, it offers solutions to complex challenges.

Riches below ground

Afghanistan’s mineral wealth could solve its economic problems. Tomorrow’s experts are being trained in Kabul.

Working towards a dream of happiness

At the Kabarto refugee camp in northern Iraq, Nada Yussuf Kada campaigns for women’s rights and is herself a role model.

Reality check for dreams

Many Albanians want to work in Germany, but only a few are aware of all the conditions they have to meet.

Self-employed, not unemployed

On the West Bank, where jobs are scarce, vocational schools are helping young adults to find success on the labour market.

Business in difficult times

War and crisis threaten the livelihoods of entrepreneurs in Yemen. Business advice via WhatsApp is helping them achieve success.

A passion to teach

In Afghanistan there is a shortage of well-qualified vocational school teachers. A reform is now improving prospects.

Economic development and employment