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The Zambia Research and Development Centre (ZRDC) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Centre for Environment Justice (CEJ) to strengthen environmental research, climate advocacy, and support government efforts in addressing the country’s growing environmental challenges.
The collaboration aims to expand Zambia’s knowledge base on environmental issues, enhance evidence-based policymaking, and promote climate justice, community development, and sustainable technologies.
Speaking during the signing ceremony held at the Information and Communications University in Lusaka on Friday, ZRDC Director of Research Dr. Chisala Bwalya said the partnership brought together two institutions with complementary strengths.
Bwalya emphasized that the collaboration would place particular focus on rural women and vulnerable communities disproportionately affected by climate change.
He said the joint effort would support the development and adoption of sustainable technologies, while providing rigorous analysis to help address the needs of communities impacted by environmental degradation.
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“There are moments in the life of an institution when you simply know that today marks a turning point,” Bwalya said, underscoring the significance of the partnership.
CEJ Head of Research, Christopher Mubanga, welcomed the collaboration, noting that it would strengthen efforts to amplify the voices and experiences of vulnerable populations and shape policies tailored to their needs.
Mubanga said the organization brought strong experience in governance, human rights, and water security, and expressed confidence that the partnership will yield high-quality research and impactful advocacy.
“We are excited about the research excellence we expect to achieve together,” Mubanga said, highlighting the potential outcomes of the collaboration.
He added that the partnership marked a positive step toward addressing Zambia’s environmental challenges and promoting sustainable development across the country.
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