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Norwegian Companies in Zambia

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Norwegian Companies in Zambia

The Zambian Axle Load Control Project

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:17:40 GMT

The problem of overloading and the urgent need for its effective control have been identified as key focus areas for action by most countries in Sub Sahara Africa. Overloading not only significantly accelerates the rate of detoriation of road pavements but when coupled with inadequate funding for road maintenance commonly prevalent in the region, it contributes significantly to poor road conditions and higher transport costs mostly of the order of four to five times those prevailing in developed countries. The magnitude of high avoidable costs due to overloading underscores the importance of dealing effectively with this problem. Failure to do so may well be viewed as an act of disinvestment since past investments in road infrastructure which are often supported by donors are not protected. Clearly there is a compelling and urgent need to take corrective action to avoid a situation in which poor roads and high transport costs become an insurmountable obstacle to economic growth and development in all countries of the region including Zambia.

Statement from the Ambassador

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:12:38 GMT

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the web-site of the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Lusaka. The web-site is intended to provide relevant information on the relationship between Zambia and Norway, particularly on issues relating to development co-operation.

Embassy diplomatic staff

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:12:45 GMT

The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Zambia

Conservation Agriculture Scaling Up for increased Productivity and Production

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:12:22 GMT

The challenges of agriculture among small scale farmers include low farm productivity and continuing yield decline as a result of soil degradation associated with inappropriate farming practices. HIV/AIDS, together with high costs of external inputs and the vagaries of climate change continue to negatively impact on the agriculture landscape for small scale farmers. Land degradation as a result of inappropriate farming practices, climate variability and rising input costs have all contributed to declining crop production and productivity among small scale farmers (SSFs) in Zambia.

The African Climate Solution

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:12:24 GMT

The African Climate Solution arises from the recommendations of the AU Working Group on Agriculture Forests, Land Use and Livelihoods?, and describes an African framework for safeguarding and increasing forest and bio-carbon resources in East and Southern Africa.

Agreements and current projects

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:12:08 GMT

Norwegian supported biodiversity program receives international prize for its achievements

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:12:11 GMT

The Community Markets for Conservation program (COMACO) received the prestigious international Equator price for its achievements in Luangwa Valley. The price was announced on 6 October 2008 under the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) World Conservation Congress in Barcelona. The Embassy is proud to be associated with COMACO and is in the process of considering extending its support to a second phase of the programme. COMACO was evaluated in 2008 and received favourable assessment that recommended further support to the programme. A brief description of the programme can be found below and the evaluation of the programme will shortly be posted on this site.

Partners with Zambia since 1965

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:12:19 GMT

Zambia is one of Norway’s main partner countries that receives Norwegian bilateral development assistance. Norway has partnered with Zambia since 1965.

Visas and other permits

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:14:20 GMT

From 1 July 2008 the Norwegian Embassy in Lusaka will no longer be dealing in matters concerning residence and work permits as well as visas for Norway. Hence, all applications for visas, residence and work permits to Norway, shall from this date be submitted to the Royal Danish Embassy in Lusaka, together with other enquiries concerning these matters.

MoU

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:12:14 GMT

Introduction Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the Kingdom of Norway and the Government of the Republic of Zambia concerning Development Cooperation Norway and Zambia have had a long-standing development cooperation. With a view to further strengthening and developing the relations between the two countries, representatives of the Governments of the Kingdom of Norway and the...

Office hours

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:12:34 GMT

Office hours for visitors to the Royal Norwegian Embassy, Lusaka