Hosted by the GFF and the Centre of Excellence for CRVS Systems, the Fifth Conference of African Ministers Responsible for Civil Registration (COM5). The objectives are to:

  • Create a knowledge exchange and networking platform for countries to share experiences related to CRVS improvement initiatives that are co-funded by the GFF Trust Fund; 
  • Facilitate discussions on how best to provide support for the successful implementation of CRVS system strengthening activities under RMNCAH investment cases; 
  • Share information about the knowledge products, tools, and technical assistance available from the Centre of Excellence for CRVS Systems

The conference had two segments: i) Expert Meeting (14-16 October 2019) and ii) Ministerial Meeting (17-18 October 2019). The conference was organized by the African Union Commission in collaboration with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), the African Development Bank (AfDB), and Government of the Zambia. The Conference is also supported by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), World Health Organization (WHO), Plan International, the Africa Symposium on Statistical Development (ASSD) and other partners.

Speakers:

  • Maletela Tuoane-Nkhasi, CRVS Lead, GFF
  • Anette Bayer Forsingdal, Senior Program Specialist, International Development Research Center (IRC)
  • Kristin Farr, Program Officer, International Development Research Center (IRC)

 

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