The Swedish International Development Cooperation (Sida) is a government agency working on behalf of the Swedish parliament and government, with the mission to reduce poverty in the world. As such, we share the common goal of promoting sustainable development and empowering communities. Our partnership with SIDA enables us to implement targeted interventions, build local capacities and create an enabling environment for inclusive growth on the continent. This synergy strengthens the collective efforts in achieving UNDP’s vision of a prosperous