Projects and programmes

VNG International invites you to explore its global projects and programmes. In collaboration with local governments, communities, civil society, the private sector, national governments, and other stakeholders, we strive to share expertise and implement initiatives that foster better futures for all. By supporting local governments as enduring institutions, we act as catalysts, empowering them to lead decision-making and shape a brighter future for their citizens.
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  • Benin, Sustainable Development through Improved Local Governance

    Country: Benin
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start January 1, 2024 till December 31, 2026
    This programme supports local governments to build resilient communities, focusing on climate and water risks with safe, fair solutions for all.
  • Burundi, Sustainable Development through Improved Local Governance

    Country: Burundi
    Field of expertise: Security & Rule of Law
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    The SDLG programme in Burundi enhances the legal and financial position of local governments and promotes more transparent leadership. It also helps municipalities generate revenue to finance development plans and basic services.
  • Ethiopia, Sustainable Development through Improved Local Governance

    Country: Ethiopia
    Field of expertise: Building More Effective Public Administration
    Duration: Start January 1, 2024 till December 31, 2026
    This programme supports the Ministry of Finance in implementing a new property tax system. By bringing together stakeholders from national, regional and local levels, the programme develops regulations, tools and shared approaches.
  • Iraq, Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance

    Country: Iraq
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    In Kurdistan and Nineveh, the focus is on improving services for host communities and displaced people. This includes waste management, drinking water, local economic development, local administration and citizen engagement.
  • Kenya, Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance

    Country: Kenya
    Field of expertise: Dealing with Conflict, Fragility and Migration
    Duration: Start April 1, 2024 till December 31, 2026
    Kenya shifts to integrated settlements for refugees and host communities. SDLG supports local governments to improve services, governance and resilience.
  • Lebanon, Sustainable Development through Improved Local Governance

    Country: Lebanon
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    SDLG Lebanon empowers local authorities to address conflict drivers, manage diverse populations, strengthen local economies and improve service delivery, contributing to more stable and inclusive communities in a challenging national context.
  • Mali, Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance

    Country: Mali
    Field of expertise: Security & Rule of Law
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    SDLG Mali supports local authorities to prevent and manage conflict in a non-violent and inclusive way. For example, municipalities work together in intercommunal alliances to address conflicts over land and water, using participatory planning with citizens to rebuild trust and reduce tensions.
  • Mozambique, Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance

    Country: Mozambique
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    SDLG Mozambique builds on earlier work in land administration to help municipalities increase their own source revenue and improve how they serve their communities.
  • Palestine, Sustainable Development through Improved Local Governance (OSR)

    Country: Palestinian Territory, Occupied
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start September 26, 2023 till December 31, 2026
    This programme supports Palestinian municipalities in using property data more effectively to improve services, increase own source revenue and accountability.
  • Somalia, Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance

    Country: Somalia
    Field of expertise: Involving Citizens in Decision Making
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    SDLG Somalia promotes local economic development by supporting cooperation among local authorities, youth and marginalized groups.
  • South Sudan, Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance

    Country: South Sudan
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    The SDLG South Sudan Water project aims to support a more sustainable and resilient future for communities in South Sudan by improving local water governance and strengthening preparedness for climate-related hazards.
  • Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance (SRoL)

    Country: Palestinian Territory, Occupied
    Field of expertise: Involving Citizens in Decision Making
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    This project improves local services and decision-making by involving communities, supporting institutions and focusing on people who are often left out, to build lasting and inclusive development.
  • Uganda, Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance

    Country: Uganda
    Field of expertise: Involving Citizens in Decision Making
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    SDLG Uganda helps local governments build accountable, inclusive governance for communities faced by conflict, displacement and economic hardship.
  • Ukraine, Sustainable Development through improved Local Governance

    Country: Ukraine
    Field of expertise: Developing Sustainable and Resilient Cities and Communities
    Duration: Start January 1, 2022 till December 31, 2026
    The goal of SDLG Ukraine is to improve sustainability and resilience of local governments by using participatory methods, risk mitigation and economic development.