The Ministry of Local Government, the Ministry of Planning, EU, AICS, UNDP and UNICEF, met at the 7th Steering Committee meeting of the Baladiyati programme. Tripoli, 21st November 2024 – Today, the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) presented key progress and...

In the town of Ghat, in Southern Libya, 39-year-old Zahra Abdo had long watched the once-vibrant garden within her community fall into disrepair. For over a decade, she witnessed the slow decay of a space that had once been a cherished gathering place for families. “The garden used to be a haven for us” Zahra...

For Saeed Aboulqasem, farming is more than a livelihood—it’s a way of life. Growing up in Brak Al-Shati, Saeed spent his childhood roaming the fields his father tended, learning the rhythms of the land that would one day become his own. Today, he proudly carries on that legacy, managing the same farm his family has...

In the picturesque region of Hatia, Southern Libya, 28-year-old Hasan Ali proudly reflects on his heritage. Known for its ancient pyramids, Hatia attracts tourists from around the world. “Our area is a tourist destination, and we, as locals, take pride in that” Hasan shares with a smile. However, beneath this historical beauty lies a persistent...

Huda, a 64-year-old resident of the Bezima neighborhood in AlKufra, has lived in the same house her entire life, alongside her husband, children, and five grandchildren. “This is where I was born,” she says, “and now I am lucky to see my children and grandchildren growing up here.” For many years, her neighborhood relied on...

In Southern Libya, a powerful transformation is unfolding, shedding light on the long-overlooked need for inclusive education for children with disabilities. Educators and trainers are coming together, blending their expertise and dedication to create an education system that welcomes and supports every child, regardless of their abilities. At the forefront of this movement are the...

In the heart of Darj, in the neighbourhood of Taqta, a tale unfolds weaving together the threads of resilience, community spirit and the transformative power of Baladiyati. This is the case of the Shoumoukh Sport Club, the historical football club of the municipality. For many years the club represented the hub where young generations would...

Under Baladiyati, AICS teamed up with ZIRAA, a project implemented by ICU and Kafaa to prompt in new hydroponic systems and making farming in Sebha and Ubari more sustainable, bringing to the forefront something innovative, sustainable and community-oriented. Two hydroponic greenhouses have been installed respectively in the “Art and Science College” in Ubari and in...

This is the story of how the Ghat community, with 9th-grader Nabila as a witness, turned challenges into opportunities for a brighter education. Thanks to EU Baladiyati, AICS, in collaboration with the EQUAL team (featuring Help Code, Première Urgence Internationale, Peaceful Change Initiative, and Pioneers for Development), and with support from the Ministry of Local...

Meet Fatima, a shining example of how vocational training programs play a pivotal role in community development. She’s one of the individuals who benefited from the training program in diary product production organized by ICU and Kafaa as part of the ZIRAA Project, supported by AICS through EU Baladiyati. Fatima is a remarkable 40-year-old woman...