At ECLF we are very passionate about the peace building work, and when we talk peace we can't help but demonstrate the passion through our body language. During the launch of the CCCOP in Bikita Rev. Cele spoke at length about how peace is the foundation of any progressive society and how through the CCCOP various stakeholders would be accompanied in the process of addressing existing and emerging conflicts to help build cohesive communities and promote sustainable peace and development ... See more

There is hardly a Zimbabwean who has not heard of Uzumba Maramba Pfungwe (UMP). ECLF is one of the pioneers of conflict management and peace building work in the district and this week took things a notch up by launching the CCCOP through an inception meeting. The meeting was well attended by all government departments and line ministries, the Council CEO, the DDC, Council chair and other councillors, Church and traditional leaders.
The work of ECLF is highly recognized in this district and as such the CEO hastened to say there was need for the district to amend the MoU to include this new project. He immediately moved a motion to this effect, which was seconded and noted for immediate action. ... See more

Another week for us to support Church and community to work together for peace...

Today ECLF engaged with key stakeholders in Tsholotsho during an inception meeting under CCCOP. The meeting provided a critical opportunity for stakeholders to deliberate on the conflicts plaguing the district and also share insights on how Covid-19 has impacted on and will likely continue to influence the conflict dynamics in the district. Focus was also on how through the CCCOP the district can strengthen it's resilience to conflicts emerging as a result of external shocks such as the Covid-19 pandemic. ... See more

The Human Security approach takes a holistic view of peace. Today as we commemorate Global Handwashing Day let us remember that any insecurity in health dimensions creates fertile ground for conflict and negative peace. ... See more

This morning the ECLF team kicks off the CCCOP in Matobo district with the project inception meeting. Despite the chilly weather and the rains, key stakeholders made their way to the Council boardroom to engage on the 2nd phase of the project, building up on the peace building work started during the CCOP ... See more

Pastor Shadreck Ncube from Zimbabwe Christian Alliance sharing with Matobo stakeholders about the core values the CCCOP is based on. ZCA was the lead partner in Matobo during the CCOP and ECLF is coming to build on the work started hence both partners felt it was important for them to stand together during the inception meeting. ... See more

On the 11th of October ECLF joined the world in celebrating the IInternational Day of the Girl Child, which seems to, amplify the voices and rights of girls everywhere.

The theme for this year, “My voice, our equal future”, reimagines a better world inspired and led by adolescent girls, as part of the global Generation Equality movement. Girls worldwide are demanding a life free from gender-based violence, access to health, skills, recognition and investment as leaders of social change.

As ECLF we are playing our small part to mentor girls and support them in claiming their space in various leadership platforms. Over three days ECLF in partnership with the Zimbabwe Youth Council engaged with recently elected Junior Parliamentarians from Bulawayo Province to share insights on peace and leadership and the role young people can play in becoming the change they want to see in our nation. Notably 7 out of the 12 elected Parliamentarians for Bulawayo are female which is one stride towards amplifying the voices and rights of girls in Zimbabwe. ... See more

How much conflict are you creating knowingly or unknowingly, just with your tone of voice and delivery when communicating with others?

Peace building is not just about resolving or managing conflict and minimizing the threat of violence. According to the human security approach it is about a multitude of measures that address global vulnerabilities that compromise people's safety from chronic threats and that result in sudden hurtful disruptions in the patterns of daily life. As such the human security centred approach to peace building espoused in ECLF's values compelled us in some small way to support actions in response to the Covid-19 pandemic... ... See more

Last Friday, I am for Bulawayo Fighting Covid19 and it’s partners officially handed over donations to Ekusileni Hospital during the Hon Vice President of Zimbabwe and Minister of Health and Child Care, Gen (Retd) Dr CG DN Chiwenga's visit to the institution.

Watch attached video below for more... ... See more