Angola
NCA has worked in Angola since 1975 and remains one of the few international NGOs supporting civil society and human rights in the country. In partnership with ACT Alliance members, we combine long-term development, advocacy, and humanitarian response. Today, we are active in 10 regions, with key results in gender-based violence prevention, climate-resilient WASH, climate and environmental stewardship, and fighting inequality
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Challenges and response
Climate Resilience/WASH
NCA Angola supports the construction of water infrastructure, including solar-powered water systems and rainwater harvesting systems, to reduce reliance on natural wells and lessen the distance women travel for water. Our awareness and advocacy campaigns inform communities about their rights and the importance of participating in WASH decision-making. Our hygiene education campaigns, community workshops, and school programmes promotes safe hygiene and sanitation practices such as handwashing, menstrual hygiene management, and safe water use. We also distribute hygiene kits to vulnerable families.
Fighting Inequalities
NCA Angola strengthens the capacity of our partners to monitor investments in natural resources and empowers communities to defend their rights over land, water, energy, and natural resources. We support the right of communities to free, prior, and informed consent in negotiations with third parties. We also support civil society organisations in organising around the priorities of people living in poverty and exclusion, especially women and young people.
Women's Rights and Gender Inequality
NCA Angola empowers women and girls by providing entrepreneurship training (e.g., pastry making, decoration, dressmaking) to help them develop income-generating activities and build economic independence. Our workshops and seminars on gender issues raise awareness and equip women to assert their rights. NCA advocates for laws that ensure gender equality and promotes campaigns against domestic and sexual violence, encouraging both the reporting of incidents and the protection of victims. Engaging men and boys in the fight for gender equality is essential to achieving lasting change.
Norwegian Church Aid in Angola
Been present since
1975
in Angola
In 2024, our turnover was
2.735.385
EURO in Angola
Partners
- Acção para o Desenvolvimento Rural e Ambiente
- Associação KUTAKESA
- Associação Luterana para o Desenvolvimento de Angola
- Associação MWANA PWO
- Centro de Estudo e Investigação Ciêntifica da UCAN
- Comissão Episcopal de Justiça e Paz e Integridade da Criação da CEAST
- Comissão Diocesana de Justiça e Paz e Integridade da Criação - Ondjiva
- Fórum de Mulheres Jornalistas para a Igualdade no Género
- Igreja Evangélica de Angola
- Igreja Evangélica Congregacional em Angola
- Mosaiko Instituto para a Cidadania
- Rádio Ecclésia
Our donors in Angola
All donors
Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad)
Directorate-General International Partnerships (DG-INTPA)
Contact
Condomínio Ocean Ville, casa n ̊ 138
Via S8, Município de Talatona, Luanda
Tel + 244 222 431 295
E-mail: marc.st.martin@nca.no
Why
The Oshauyo community faced significant structural challenges, including malnutrition, poverty, and food insecurity. The limited variety of cultivated crops was insufficient to meet the population’s nutritional needs, leading to high rates of hunger and undernourishment. Additionally, a lack of knowledge about sustainable agricultural practices and healthy eating habits further exacerbated the situation.
How
NCA Angola supported the creation of a community garden aimed at sharing knowledge on crop cultivation, providing technical guidance, and promoting healthy eating habits. The initiative ensured active community participation in developing and promoting a more diverse food culture. Key elements for success included awareness-raising, nutritional education talks, and cooking demonstrations.
Result
The introduction of community gardens has brought about significant improvements for local communities, increasing access to nutritious, locally grown food. Alongside this, education on sustainable farming practices and healthy nutrition has empowered residents, raising awareness about the importance of a diverse, balanced diet. It has also strengthened family bonds, fostering a spirit of collaboration and solidarity. The garden has become a powerful symbol of transformation, illustrating how teamwork can overcome challenges and enhance well-being through sustainable, healthy food.
Local partners for this project
ADRA
Donors
European Union and The Norwegian Agency for Development and Cooperation (Norad)
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