International Summer School 2012

Development Cooperation // Last updated: 07/12/2011 //

The International Summer School (ISS) at the University of Oslo has offered summer courses since 1947. In 2011 the ISS welcomed 611 students from over 90 countries to six intensive weeks of learning. The application deadline for scholarship applicants is 1 February 2012. The courses run from 23 June - 3 August 2012.

Launching of book on Conservation of Natural Resources

Development Cooperation // Last updated: 16/11/2011 //

“Conservation of Natural Resources – Some African and Asian Examples” is the title of the almost 500 pages thick book which was handed over in 500 copies as a gift to the University of Dodoma 9 November 2011.

Energy for All Conference

Development Cooperation // Last updated: 04/10/2011 //

The Government of Norway is convening a high-level conference entitled “Energy for All; Financing Access for the Poor” in Oslo on 10-11 October 2011. The key objective of the conference is to explore financing solutions and supporting policies for increased energy access in the context of a more sustainable energy future.

Book of condolences for signing

Development Cooperation //

Following Friday's horrific and tragic attacks on the government offices in Oslo and on the youth summer camp at Utøya, a book of condolences will be open for signing at the Royal norwegian Embassy on Tuesday 26th of July 2011 between 12.00 and 14.00.

Launch of Urban Youth Fund for Zanzibar

Development Cooperation // Last updated: 23/02/2011 //

In celebration of the reconciliation in Zanzibar, the Norwegian Minister of the Environment and International Development,Mr. Erik Solheim, together with the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar and UN-HABITAT launched a new Opportunity Fund for Youth in Zanzibar on Sunday 20th February 2011 at Zanzibar Ocean View Hotel.

The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided that the Nobel Peace Prize for 2011 is to be divided equally between Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Leymah Gbowee and Tawakkul Karman.
Photo: Scanpix/ photomontage MFA Norway.

Development Cooperation // Last updated: 10/10/2011 //

Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg commented, “This is an important recognition of the role they have played in ensuring women’s safety and right to participate in peace-building work. Women’s participation is crucial in promoting peace and preventing conflict.”

Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Prof. Wangari Maathai

Development Cooperation // Last updated: 29/09/2011 //

The Royal Norwegian Embassy joins the international community in mourning the loss of Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Wangari Maathai this week.

Large crowds in Oslo and around Norway expressed their feelings by holding roses.
Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Christian Hansson.

Development Cooperation // Last updated: 11/11/2011 //

“If one man can show so much hatred, imagine how much love we can show together.” So said a young woman who lost friends on the island of Utøya during the attacks of Friday 22 July. The quote has been widely embraced by survivors, families and political leaders in Norway.

YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION

Development Cooperation // Last updated: 04/02/2011 //

Yellow fever vaccination is now a requirement if you are coming from areas with risk of yellow fever transmission. This is particularly relevant for those travelling to Tanzania from neighboring African countries.