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Great learning from team members from Madesh Province 🙏🏿

In the 5th episode of our #UNDPNepal60 Podcast series, we’re diving into the engine room of progress: Financing Nepal’s Development. For decades, we’ve fueled growth through partnerships and innovation, but as the world shifts, so must our strategy. What have the last 60 years taught us about the true cost of progress? And more importantly, what needs to change now to unlock real economic opportunities for every Nepali? With the budget for the current fiscal year set to be announced soon, our guests also reflect on Nepal’s fiscal priorities, examining how public finance can be better aligned with long-term development goals, private sector growth, and inclusive economic transformation. We’re joined by 4 heavyweights from the worlds of Finance, Banking, and Development to break down the roadmap for a more prosperous tomorrow. From rethinking investments to scaling local impact, it’s time to talk about the future of our economy. Stay tuned for the 5th podcast, coming soon. In the meantime, catch up on our previous four episodes exploring biodiversity, climate action, the history of UNDP in Nepal, tourism, and more, available on the UNDP Nepal YouTube Channel: youtube.com/playlist?list=…

The Portfolio Approach succeeds—or struggles—based on how teams learn, adapt & work across silos. Insights from Tunisia & Bosnia show that shifting from delivery to system‑change means rethinking governance, learning questions & trust. #PLGSP #UNDPNepal #UNDPTunisia #UNDPBosnia

One Nation, One Service Experience: Advancing Digital OSSD for All Citizens The Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration (@mofaganepal), in collaboration with @NepalOpmcm and supported by @UNDP through the Provincial and Local Governance Strengthening Programme, successfully convened a Collaborative Action Workshop on One Stop Shop Service Delivery (OSSD). The workshop brought together key stakeholders from federal, provincial, and local governments, along with development partners and practitioners, to co-create a shared vision for digital, citizen-centric service delivery in Nepal. Speaking at the event, Ms. Kyoko Yokosuka, Resident Representative of UNDP Nepal stated, “The success of this initiative depends on strong collaboration across all levels of government and partners.” Participants reflected on the everyday challenges citizens face—fragmented services, multiple visits, and delays—and explored how SIFARISH-linked OSSD systems with automated workflows and grievance handling mechanisms can transform service delivery into a single, seamless, and transparent experience. Similarly, Dr. Bhishma Kumar Bhusal, Joint Secretary, Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers highlighted this is a strategic shift toward digital governance and meritocracy in Nepal to combat corruption and improve public service delivery. Through experience sharing from district and local governments, and interactive co-creation sessions, participants jointly identified: 🔹Priority services for OSSD rollout 🔹Key digital integration and coordination challenges 🔹Practical pathways for scaling OSSD across local governments The workshop concluded with a strong consensus on moving from pilots to scalable national solutions, with clear next steps on implementation, institutional roles, and timelines. This marks an important step towards making public services simpler, faster, and more citizen-centric, aligned with Nepal’s broader digital governance and reform agenda. #DigitalGovernance #OSSD #PublicServiceDelivery

On #WorldTBDay, @UNDPNepal stands with the Government of Nepal (@mohpnep), the National Tuberculosis Control Center, and partners in reaffirming our shared commitment to end tuberculosis. At today’s event, UNDP Resident Representative @KyokoYokosuka highlighted the country’s progress in expanding TB diagnosis and treatment—while underscoring the urgent need to close remaining gaps, especially among hard-to-reach and vulnerable populations. As part of the Global Fund project, UNDP supports Nepal’s National TB Program through active case finding in remote areas, strengthening treatment adherence, addressing stigma, engaging private providers, and ensuring access to essential medicines and supplies. At the UN House, @UNDP staff also came together to share awareness messages and express solidarity with those affected by TB—reinforcing our collective commitment to ending the disease. Ending TB requires sustained investment, innovation, and strong collaboration across all levels of government and communities. Together, we can ensure no one is left behind in the fight against TB.

A moment to remember/cherish. Exercise my right to vote. Election of House of Representative #Nepal 5th March 2026🙏🏿

⚡Powering livelihoods in Karnali @UNDPNepal and the Asian Development Bank (@ADB_HQ) signed an agreement, with funding support from the Government of Norway, to expand inclusive and sustainable energy access in Karnali Province, complementing the National Electricity Authority’s efforts and ADB’s investments under the South Asia Subregional Economic Corridor program. From improving micro-hydro grid connections to promoting gender equality, last-mile connectivity, and energy-efficient technologies, this initiative will support communities in Dailekh, Kalikot, and Jumla districts. Together with ADB and Norway, UNDP is driving energy solutions that power livelihoods, inclusion, and climate resilience.

From prisons to urban slums, from AI-powered diagnostics to community outreach, Nepal’s TB response is evolving. @UNDP Resident Representative @KyokoYokosuka visited an Active Case Finding (ACF) camp organized by TB sub-recipent, JANTRA Nepal reaching high-risk and hard-to-reach communities, and engaged in meaningful dialogue on progress, challenges, and opportunities. The ACF camp organized at Tarkeshowre municipality, Urban Health Clinic, Ward no. 4,Lolang height was conducted by hotspot mapping based on the TB prevalence in coordination with district and local health authority and with support of Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs) and other stakeholders. JANTRA Nepal, an implementing partner of UNDP’s @GlobalFund project are conducting TB Active Case Finding across 11 districts in Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces, using innovative tools like AI-supported chest X-rays, GeneXpert testing, and strong community outreach. Together, we remain committed to accelerating Nepal’s journey towards ending TB by 2035, ensuring no one is left behind.

The beauty of Nepal is unbeatable #Bhairabkunda, Sindupalchowk

🔔 Call for Expressions of Interest: AI for Development in Nepal As part of the event launching the @UNDP Regional AI Report in Nepal, we’re inviting innovators and changemakers to pitch on: “What Nepali development challenge can be unlocked with an AI-powered solution?” Selected applicants will get the opportunity to pitch their ideas at the national launch event, engaging with policymakers, development partners, and industry leaders. Let’s explore how AI can accelerate inclusive and sustainable development in #Nepal. 🇳🇵🤖 📩 Send your idea to (max 500 words): webmasternp16@gmail.com 🗓️ Deadline: 22 January 2026

Strong local governance depends on credible systems that turn performance data into actionable insight. A 2-day Training of Trainers on the Local Government Performance Assessment System (LGPAS) led by @MoFAGA and facilitated by #PLGSP

Thank you Christophe for your leadership and guidance. Will cherish your word of encouragement and challenging to perform better to improve larger populations live. 🙏🏿

If data collected are used for planning and programming, it can accelerate the progress. Great #BeniMunicipality for this great effort. #LNOB #Digitalization

How AI could strengthen health equity if used strategically.

2025: A year of action, partnership, and progress. Across mountains, cities, and communities, UNDP Nepal worked with people and institutions to advance inclusive growth, strengthen democratic governance, and build climate and disaster resilience. UNDP is deeply grateful to our core donors for their longstanding and vital contributions at the global level. We are especially appreciative to those donors who extend their support directly to UNDP Nepal, turning shared commitments into real impact for people of Nepal. As we step into 2026, our commitment continues, to deepen partnerships, scale solutions, and support a #Nepal that is more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. Because development doesn’t pause and neither do we. For people. For the planet. For the future. @NorwayinNepal | @SwissAmbNepal | @EUinNepal | @ECHO_Asia | @KOICA_ICC | @MofaJapan_en | @GerAmbKTM | @UKinNepal | @GlobalFund | @theGEF | @theGCF | @Sida 🎥 Watch our Year in Review 👇

Collaboration is key to ending Tuberculosis. UNDP’s @GlobalFund project brought together TB Sub-Recipients from all seven provinces, government counterparts, and partners for a two-day review meeting in Gandaki Province to assess progress on TB prevention, detection, and care across #Nepal. The review focused on progress, challenges, and lessons from Drug-Susceptible (DS) TB interventions, active case finding, and Drug-Resistant (DR) TB management, care, and support under the UNDP/Global Fund programme. Over 45 participants from Ministry of Health and Population, MoH, NTCC, CCM, UNDP, and partner organizations—including MPDS, BNMT, BWSN, JANTRA, TB Nepal, NATA, and The Union—joined the discussion to strengthen coordination and improve TB service delivery across #Nepal. Together, we’re strengthening systems to ensure timely diagnosis, quality treatment, and support for those who need it most. #EndTB #HealthForAll #PartnershipsForHealth

Proud to be part of the historic moment and larger family 🙏🏿

Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Mrs. Sushila Karki attended an event organized by the UN Nepal Office today to commemorate the 70 years of Nepal-United Nations partnership today. In her remarks, the Rt. Hon. Prime Minister underscored the important contributions of the UN to world peace and security as well as development and prosperity. While highlighting the cooperation and partnership between Nepal and the UN over the past 70 years, the Prime Minister mentioned Nepal’s continued contribution to the global peace and security, including through the UN Peacekeeping. @pmsushilakarki @PM_nepal_ @amritrai555 @lokbchhetri

The third National Steering Committee (NSC) Meeting of the Provincial and Local Governance Strengthening Programme (PLGSP) was chaired by Honourable Minister Rameshwor Prasad Khanal, Minister of Federal Affairs and General Administration (@mofaganepal). The meeting was attended by representatives of local government associations, senior officials representing federal ministries and departments, Office of the Chief Minister and Council of Ministers (OCMCM) of all provinces, and development partners. Members reviewed programme progress, assessed implementation of previous decisions, and set priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. The National Steering Committee emphasized accelerating completion of pending activities in the current fiscal year, strengthening intergovernmental coordination, and ensuring timely implementation of decisions. For the next fiscal year, priorities include good governance, digital service delivery, public financial management, inclusive budgeting, evidence-based policymaking, and youth engagement. The Hon. Minister highlighted the need for Gen Z–friendly programming and improved digital systems and interoperability. The Committee also stressed reducing audit arrears at provincial and local levels and ensuring greater flexibility for local governments in using their 40% budget allocation. Ambassador of Switzerland to Nepal, H.E. Dr Danielle Meuwly, spoke on behalf of the development partners including the European Union, Norway, and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, and commended the government counterparts and technical team for resilience, determination, and agility shown in the recent challenging environment. She reaffirmed the development partners' commitment to strengthening Nepal’s federal governance system. UNDP Resident Representative Kyoko Yokosuka stated, "With respect to technical assistance, UNDP will continue promoting cross-learning, bringing global expertise, and complementing government leadership to strengthen provincial and local governance systems in a sustainable manner." UNDP remains committed to working closely with the Government of Nepal, provinces, and local governments to advance an inclusive, accountable, and service-oriented federal system in line with Nepal’s federal principles. 🇳🇵

“AI is no longer just a matter of science and technology; AI is now a matter of foreign policy,” said Foreign Secretary @amritrai555 at the Talk Program on Artificial Intelligence and its Implication for Nepal organized by AFCAN, CDD & FIPMO today. The Foreign Secretary outlined Nepal’s key priorities, including promoting AI as a global public good, advancing data sovereignty and secure digital infrastructure, developing green data centres, training and empowering youth to benefit from emerging digital opportunities. Referring to the fact that no nation in an interconnected world can manage its risks or harness its opportunities alone, he underscored that Nepal remains committed to shaping AI responsibly for a smarter, fairer, and more secure future. The full text of the statement is here: mofa.gov.np/content/1713/r… @PM_nepal_ @amritrai555 @lokbchhetri