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October 2026: Our Community, Our Safety: A practical guide for disaster preparation and response
At the heart of effective disaster response are informed and prepared communities. This practical guide aims to build awareness, strengthen disaster preparedness, reduce the impact of disasters, and help communities protect lives.
October 2026: Power from the ground: Dignity and change in informal settlements
Community Facilitators are at the heart of Asivikelane’s work. Living in the communities they serve, they provide a vital bridge between informal settlement residents and government officials, helping communities raise their concerns, advocate for better services and hold government accountable. Through their persistence and ongoing advocacy, Community Facilitators continue to make a meaningful difference in their communities. Click here to read their stories.
August 2026: Disaster management: Information on pre-, during- and post-disaster activities
We were pleased to collaborate with Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality on a disaster management guide for communities. This guide provides communities with practical information on disaster management before, during and after emergencies such as fires and floods. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of different government departments and explains the steps communities can follow when seeking support after a disaster. Read the full report here.
August 2026: Managing WASH infrastructure across local governments: a comparative case study of Indonesian, South African and Swiss municipalities
This research, published by the Journal of Public Budgeting, Accounting & Financial Management and co-written by Asivikelane, looks at how local governments manage water, sanitation and health infrastructure, also known as WASH. It highlights common challenges and suggests ways to improve these services so they better meet the needs of communities.
August 2026: Innovative sanitation solutions for sustainable development
We were pleased to collaborate with the City of Joburg Department of Human Settlements on its recent sanitation publication. Featured on page 50, our learning paper offers practical recommendations to help transform how municipalities manage temporary sanitation. Read the full report here.
June 2026: Managing temporary sanitation in informal settlements: Lessons from Asivikelane
The delivery of permanent sanitation infrastructure struggles to keep pace with the rapid growth of informal settlements. Cities rely on short-term solutions while waiting for permanent infrastructure. But “temporary” toilets often last for years, with billions spent on solutions costing more than permanent infrastructure. Based on years of systematic evidence collection and community engagement, we’ve identified six practical recommendations that can transform how municipalities manage temporary sanitation. Read the full report here.
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