Hlumisa

Building Stronger Systems for Greater Impact

From 23–25 June 2026, Hlumisa participated in the VSO Capacity Building Workshop on Monitoring, Impact, Learning and Evaluation (MILE), held at The George Hotel.

Over three days, we strengthened our understanding of MILE systems and explored how evidence can be used to improve programme design, implementation, reporting, and decision-making. We also learned how continuous learning and adaptive programming help organisations respond effectively to changing community needs and maximise impact.

In addition, the workshop deepened our knowledge of advocacy—understanding the policy process, identifying key stakeholders, developing advocacy strategies, and using evidence to influence decision-makers and drive meaningful, community-centred change.

We are grateful to VSO for creating this valuable learning opportunity and for investing in the capacity of civil society organisations to deliver stronger, more accountable, and more impactful programmes.

🌱 Hlumisa Joins the PELUM Eswatini Board 🌱

Hlumisa Youth Climate Change Network is proud to announce their election as a Board Member of PELUM Eswatini during the organization’s 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM), held at Bethel Court. Our organisation will be represented by our executive director Ms Busiswa Dlamini.

This appointment marks an important milestone for Hlumisa and reflects the growing recognition of youth-led voices in advancing climate justice, agroecology, and sustainable development in Eswatini.

We congratulate Ms. Dlamini on her election to represent the organisation and look forward to continued contribution in strengthening collaboration, advocating for community-centered solutions, bringing in innovation, creativity and ensuring that youth perspectives remain at the forefront of climate justice, agroecology and policy engagement.

Together, we continue to work towards a more sustainable, resilient, and just future for all. 💚🌍

🌍💧 Youth Voices for Resilient Water Governance

As part of the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) Eswatini 2026, we are excited to invite young leaders and professionals to a Water Webinar; speaking to How Climate change is reshaping Water Governance and vice versa.

We look forward to exploring:

💧Transboundary water governance under climate change in terms of regional cooperation and youth engagement

💧Climate-resilient water governance in Eswatini: challenges, opportunities, and the role of the youth.

💧How strengthening resilience through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and youth engagement advances the agenda of resilience

✨ Register and don’t miss out on this important conversation!

✨💧This is your chance to learn, connect, and contribute to shaping a sustainable water future.

From 9–10 June 2026, VSO brought together civil society organisations from Eswatini and Zambia for a Capacity Building Workshop on Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), Communication, and Impact Documentation.

Through interactive discussions, presentations, and practical exercises, participants strengthened their understanding of the Theory of Change, indicators, outcomes, and impact measurement. The workshop also explored effective communication strategies and storytelling techniques to document and share community change.

By capturing stories, lessons, and evidence of impact, civil society organisations can better demonstrate results, influence change, and ensure that communities remain at the centre of development efforts.

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Our latest Network & Chill was one for the books!

Together with Sunshine Cinema under Cospe-Swaziland CSA project , we screened Temperatures Rising, a powerful film that sparked meaningful conversations among young people about the realities of climate change across Southern Africa.

From sharing personal experiences in their communities and families to reflecting on the stories highlighted in the film, participants found many similarities in how climate change is affecting our lives. The discussions that followed explored the unfairness of these impacts and the need for collective action.

Most importantly, young people left feeling inspired, empowered, and even more motivated to engage in climate action. 🌍💚

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Young people are not waiting for change — they are leading it. 🌍✨

Hlumisa Youth Climate Network was proud to co-organise and lead the EU Green Week Eswatini 2026 Launch under the theme, “Youth Leading Sustainability: Celebrating 50 Years of Partnership in Environmental Sustainability.”

From high-level engagements to the symbolic tree planting ceremony, the event reflected the power of meaningful youth inclusion in climate and sustainability spaces. Hlumisa’s Managing Director, Tamika Du-pont, served as Programme Director, while Hlumisa’s Programmes, Siphesihle Nyoni, led the presentation on LCOY Eswatini and youth climate engagement, showing that young people are not just beneficiaries, but implementers and drivers of climate action.

We appreciate the European Union, the Eswatini Environment Authority and the Mayor of Mbabane for intentionally creating space for youth leadership and ensuring young voices remain part of shaping Eswatini’s sustainability agenda. 💚Special thanks to Busiswa Dlamini for the incredible coordination and behind-the-scenes work that contributed greatly to the success of the event. 🌱

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🌍🎬 In partnership with VSO, Hlumisa is bringing you something different , an experience designed to inspire, spark conversation, and encourage young people to take action on climate change. Join us for a powerful climate-themed film screening and connect with other young people in a space for learning, reflection, and engagement.
FREE ENTRY!!!!

Register below to be part of the experience 👇🏾 https://forms.gle/KRvtFcUz549sUx3Z8

🌍✨ Who gets to shape climate commitments — and whose voices are being heard?

Join us for the second preparatory webinar under *LCOY Eswatini 2026* as we explore how young people can engage in climate governance, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and global climate processes that influence action here in Eswatini.

📅 Thursday, 21 May 2026
📍 Google Meet
⏰ 11:00AM - 12:00PM

This interactive session will feature discussions on:
🌱 Youth participation in climate decision-making
🌍 Understanding NDCs and the Paris Agreement
🤝 The role of YOUNGO in global climate advocacy
♻️ Linking global commitments to local implementation in Eswatini

Together, let’s strengthen youth voices for inclusive and meaningful climate action. 💚

🔗 Webinar Link: [https://meet.google.com/hhi-ngzx-jsw ]