Development
Development in low and middle income countries faces systemic barriers to change, including inadequate planning and governance, which hinder progress.
System-wide change is needed to bring about inclusive, sustainable development and build healthy and resilient communities.
Education, health and planning ministries need support to develop interventions based on evidence of what works and to put robust systems in place that can track progress and demonstrate results.
Sustainable development solutions for a changing world
We develop, test and scale solutions to economic, health, education, infrastructure, and climate challenges across Asia, Africa and beyond.
Support locally led development
We focus on lasting, deep and sustainable change by building local and national capabilities and strengthening planning and governance systems.
Build partnerships for progress
We bring together government stakeholders, investors, private sector companies and communities to solve problems collectively.
Design investable programmes
Rigorous project preparation and clear processes for managing risks throughout project delivery and operation build investor confidence and deliver value for all stakeholders.
Share knowledge
We apply lessons learned from complex programmes, based on evidence of what has worked and delivered sustainable change. We help to initiate a cycle of continuous improvement.
Drive social inclusion
Our local country knowledge helps to drive inclusive growth that meets the needs of local people, particularly marginalised groups, bringing empowerment and improving equity across society.
Climate Change Support Programme, Nepal. We are developing the capacity of local governments in Nepal to manage and implement funding for climate change adaptation and resilience and attract international funding in the future.
What can we do for you?
We work collaboratively with governments, international donors, development partners and community groups to find solutions that fit the local context and meet the needs of all stakeholders. We can help you with:
Our experience
Our technical experts, in collaboration with local leadership and delivery teams, are building healthier and more resilient communities:
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Climate Change Support Programme, NepalWe provided technical assistance in the second phase of this UK aid funded programme aimed at locally led climate adaptation projects in rural Nepal.
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Fleming Fund, internationallyWe are management agent for the Fleming Fund, a UK aid programme led by the Department of Health and Social Care, supporting up to 25 countries across Africa and Asia to improve surveillance of antimicrobial resistance.
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Girls’ Education Challenge, Asia and AfricaCambridge Education, our specialist education consultancy, was joint manager of this UK aid funded programme from 2020 – helping to improve teaching and learning opportunities for marginalised girls and young women across 17 countries in Asia and Africa.
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Green Cities and Infrastructure Programme, internationallyWe are a key infrastructure partner on this £100M programme, funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, to support green cities and deliver high quality, climate resilient infrastructure in low and middle income countries.
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Leh Wi Lan, Sierra LeoneOur specialist education consultancy Cambridge Education implemented the UK aid funded Leh Wi Lan (Let’s Learn) programme in Sierra Leone, which strengthened the country’s education system at national, district and school levels.
