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The Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation/ Norad er en statlig kunnskapsetat som jobber for en grønnere framtid i en bærekraftig verden uten fattigdom🌍 norad.no
🇧🇷Brazil is working to reduce deforestation linked to cattle ranching. Improved standards, new technology and stronger monitoring are making a difference - with Norway supporting these efforts through long-term climate and forest cooperation.

🌳Check out story and video:
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November 24, 2025 at 10:08 AM
-As long as we live, we believe in democracy. 🇸🇩

In war-torn Sudan, EmergencyResponseRooms (ERR) is saving lives, providing water, food & healthcare under immense risk. Their courage was honored with the 2025 Rafto Prize.

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The Rafto Prize Laureates from Sudan: As Long as We Live, We Believe in Democracy | Norad.no
In war-torn Sudan, local neighbourhood committees known as Emergency Response Rooms (ERR) are making an invaluable contribution to help their fellow citizens with water, food and health care. ERR brin...
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November 17, 2025 at 10:18 AM
In the heart of the Amazon, authorities and Indigenous peoples are joining forces in the fight against illegal gold mining.

Read the story and watch the film:
www.norad.no/en/news/news...

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November 7, 2025 at 12:32 PM
"A good journalist is an alive journalist,” says war journalist Aljona Yatsyna🇺🇦

With Norwegian support, local media in #Ukraine can continue their work - even after bombings and displacement. Supporting journalism is investing in peace.
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Read the full story: www.norad.no/en/thematic-...
November 2, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Today we are marking The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty with a new report launch.

We are live in 20 minutes - join us here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YBC...
Fattigdomsdagen 2025: Verdens fattige i global motvind
YouTube video by Norad
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October 17, 2025 at 6:42 AM
Today we mark the International #DayOfTheGirl 🌍

Norway supports girls’ rights to:
📚 go to school
💛 decide over own bodies and futures
🕊️ live free from violence and abuse

When girls thrive, the world moves forward.

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October 11, 2025 at 7:36 AM
Sport as an arena for change 🤾‍♀️🕊️ The Norwegian women's beach handball team is in Angola - not only to play - to stand in solidarity with young women in the fight for equality, health and freedom. Read the whole story: www.norad.no/en/news/news...

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More Than a Match: Norway’s Beach Handball Team Builds Community in Angola | Norad.no
The Norwegian women’s beach handball team became known worldwide when they challenged uniform regulations and put women’s rights in sport on the agenda. Now they are in Angola – not only to play, but ...
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September 22, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Through the Nansen Support Programme, Norway supports independent media, journalists, and civil society organisations in Moldova. @imsforfreemedia.bsky.social and @iwpr.net provide local actors with tools they need to identify and counter false narratives. Read more at Norad.no: tinyurl.com/3t4j6mvc
Moldova fights back against fake news | Norad.no
From identity politics to false NATO bases - Russian propaganda is flourishing on social media ahead of Moldova’s parliamentary elections on 28 September. Norway supports the fight against disinformat...
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September 11, 2025 at 8:53 AM
Welcome new Norad Director General, Gunn Jorid Roset:
–In an increasingly turbulent world where several countries are cutting their aid budgets, Norwegian development aid has become even more important. The needs are significant, and every “krone” counts more than ever.
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Norwegian aid more important than ever, says new Norad Director General | Norad.no
– In an increasingly turbulent world where several countries are cutting their aid budgets, Norwegian development assistance has become even more important. The needs are significant, and every “krone...
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August 18, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Today, we mark the International Day of Indigenous Peoples 🌿

Their rights and traditional knowledge are key to preserving the rainforest, slowing climate change, and ensuring a green future.
August 9, 2025 at 3:47 PM
🇺🇦 This week at Ukraine Recovery Conference, Norway signed 3 new energy agreements with @undp.org, NEFCO & Energy Community — as part of the Norwegian civil support to Ukraine.

👉 Read about the agreements here: www.regjeringen.no/en/aktuelt/n...

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July 11, 2025 at 11:50 AM
In 2024, the world saw a record number of armed conflicts – the highest in over 70 years. Children are hit the hardest.

Read the story 👉 Young Voices in a World of Crisis | www.norad.no/en/news/news...

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Young Voices in a World in Crisis: – We must create a place where children can play and learn | Norad.no
In 2024, the world saw a record number of armed conflicts – the highest in over 70 years. Children are hit the hardest. Norad supports initiatives that provide children with safety, education, and a v...
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July 3, 2025 at 10:04 AM
With Norwegian support visually impaired people in developing countries are learning to master digital tools – gaining access to a world that was previously closed to them. 💻 Read the full story here: www.norad.no/en/news/news...
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Unlocking Digital Opportunities for the Visually Impaired | Norad.no
With Norwegian support, visually impaired people in developing countries are learning to master digital tools – gaining access to a world that was previously closed to them.
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June 25, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Gunn Jorid Roset appointed new Director General of Norad 🎉 – The needs are enormous. Our focus must always be on making sure that every krone goes further and has greater impact, said Ms Roset. www.norad.no/en/news/news...
Gunn Jorid Roset appointed new Director General of Norad | Norad.no
Today Gunn Jorid Roset, 51, was formally appointed to the role of Director General of Norad, the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation. Ms Roset has 27 years of experience from the Foreign Serv...
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June 24, 2025 at 9:56 AM
The world's ocean is in crisis. Overfishing, climate change, plastic, and other pollution threaten marine life.

Making Waves 2025 shows Norway's work for a sustainable ocean economy. Read the report here:
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Norway leading the way for a healthier ocean | Norad.no
The world's ocean is in crisis. Overfishing, climate change, plastic, and other pollution threaten marine life. In recent years, Norway has taken a leading role in promoting incentives for a healthy o...
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June 10, 2025 at 12:29 PM
🌍 ✊ In Oslo, leaders and activists marked 25 years of UN SC Resolution 1325. Claudine Tsongo Mbalamya, Khouloud AlKhatib & Egna Rachel Isaias fight for inclusion in peace processes, because women's voices build lasting change www.norad.no/en/news/news...
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– Women are not a problem to be solved, we are actors of change and peace | Norad.no
This spring, leaders, activists and scientists from all over the world gathered in Oslo to mark the 25th anniversary of UN SC Resolution 1325 – a milestone in the work on the right of women to partici...
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May 26, 2025 at 10:38 AM
The Rhino Bond:
A success story from South Africa shows how private investments are helping to increase the rhino population and strengthen local communities. 🦏 Read more 👉
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The Rhino Bond: How Innovative Finance is Saving Wildlife and Empowering Communities | Norad.no
A success story from South Africa shows how private investments are helping to increase the rhino population and strengthen local communities.
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May 22, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Today, Norad is presenting Norway's official aid statistics for 2024. The report shows a 7 percent decrease in international aid in 2024, after many years of growth. 📊 Follow our live broadcast on norad.no from 09.00 to 10.30: www.norad.no/en/news/news...
Historic decline in international aid  | Norad.no
International aid declined by seven per cent in 2024, following many years of growth. Norwegian aid also declined last year and less aid was allocated to the poorest countries. This is shown in Norway...
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May 13, 2025 at 5:15 AM
- If you are aware of impact and work with others, even small investmenst can make a really big change, said Anja Langenbucher from the @gatesfoundation.bsky.social at this week’s seminar at Norad.
We explored how to unlock more capital, expertise, and innovation for development in critical times.
May 9, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Effective aid requires prioritization and a willingness to test, fail, and learn." 💡

That was the message from Nobel laureate @Michael Kremer at Norad today.

Norad believes in knowledge-based development and innovation,—because the world needs solutions that work🌍✨
#Development #Innovation #Aid
May 8, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Kva konsekvensar har USAs bistandsfrys for verdas fattigaste og mest sårbare?

Og kva skjer med det geopolitiske landskapet når andre bistandsgivarar rykkjer inn og fyller rommet etter USAID?

Høyr @bardvegar.bsky.social og Henriette Killi Westhrin i dagens Ekko: radio.nrk.no/serie/ekko/s...
May 7, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Moldova is one of Europe’s poorest countries, and the war in neighbouring Ukraine has driven energy prices sharply upward. Norwegian support brings warmth to homes in Moldova: www.norad.no/en/thematic-...
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Norwegian support brings warmth to homes in Moldova | Norad.no
This winter, more than half of Moldova’s households received help with heating costs through a scheme supported by Norway. Moldova is one of Europe’s poorest countries, and the war in neighbouring Ukr...
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May 2, 2025 at 8:24 AM
Norway is increasing its support to the business community in Ukraine by up to NOK 100 million through the call "Support for Enterprise Development for Ukraine". The call will promote investment-ready projects and facilitate increased investment.
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Increased support for business and industry in Ukraine - Norway allocates NOK 100 million in 2025 and 2026 | Norad.no
Norway is increasing its support to the business community in Ukraine by up to NOK 100 million through the call "Support for Enterprise Development for Ukraine".
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March 31, 2025 at 9:16 AM
In conflict-ridden times, it's heartening to share this story from Colombia where former enemies are working together for three common goals:

🌳 Conservation of the rainforest
🧑🏽‍🌾 Sustainable jobs
🕊️ PEACE

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Former Enemies Collaborate to Save the Rainforest
YouTube video by Norad
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March 27, 2025 at 9:25 AM
🌍🌳 Verdens skogdag 21. mars: Fantastiske fremskritt for urfolks rettigheter i Colombianske Amazonas! 🌳🌍

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March 21, 2025 at 2:26 PM