In a landmark decision in February 2025, the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) approved $60.35 million in funding to support the Zambezi Region Nature, People, and Climate (NPC) Investment Plan. This pivotal initiative results from strong collaboration between the governments of Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, and Zambia, alongside the Zambezi Watercourse Commission (ZAMCOM), the African Development Bank (AfDB), and the World Bank.