THE YEAR 2013 holds the key to several important regional milestones, including the implementation of an ambitious programme to develop cross-border infrastructure and the conclusion of electoral processes leading to polls in two SADC Member States, as well as entering into force of the SADC Protocol on Gender and Development.

The ongoing effort by SADC to address the deteriorating security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is also likely to dominate the regional agenda this year. The Regional Infrastructure Development Master Plan will lead future cooperation and planning, which is essential for attracting investment into the SADC region and promoting intra-and inter-regional trade as well as foreign direct investment.

RISDP review to be finalised in 2013

AN INDEPENDENT review of the SADC Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP) is expected to be completed this year, paving the way for the region to deepen integration and tackle other emerging issues such as climate change and global development. [read more]

2014-2024
Decade for Sustainable Energy for All

Energy Policy Brief No.11, February 2013
THE UNITED Nations has declared 2014-2024 as the Decade for Sustainable Energy for all to underscore the importance of energy issues in the post-2015 development agenda. [read more]