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Learn more about the cash programmes and work within the African region, carried out by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Search different resources including case studies, photos, articles and evaluations.
The Africa Community of Practice online space is dedicated to National Societies in the Africa region, enabling information sharing and progress updates, as well as access to country specific tools and learning opportunities.
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4 February 2026
CVA Prepositioned Case Study: Eswatini Hailstorm Emergency Response
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Baphalali Eswatini Red Cross Society, BRC, Cash HubThis report presents a case study of the Baphalali Eswatini Red Cross Society’s rapid cash‑based emergency response to the November and December 2025 hailstorms in Eswatini. It outlines how prepositioned…
9 July 2025
Feasibility assessment for the use of cash as humanitarian assistance modality for migrants in transit through Chad
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Croix-Rouge du TchadThis feasibility assessment by the Chad Red Cross explores the use of cash assistance at Humanitarian Service Points in Batha and Ouaddaï to support migrants in transit. The study examines…
3 June 2025
Baphalali Eswatini Red Cross Society Cash and Voucher Assistance Position Paper (2025)
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Baphalali Eswatini Red Cross SocietyThis position paper outlines the Baphalali Eswatini Red Cross Society’s (BERCS) strategic framework for Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA), detailing implementation models, digital delivery mechanisms, integration with national social protection…
9 April 2025
Efficient And Secure: How the 121 Platform Revolutionizes Cash Assistance in Ethiopia
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510, Netherlands Red CrossThis case study explores how the 121 Platform, developed by 510, enabled multiple NGOs in Ethiopia to streamline multi-purpose cash assistance delivery. Integrated with Kobo Toolbox and local banking systems…
9 April 2025
Digital Lifelines: How the Kenya Red Cross Society Transforms Cash Assistance With the 121 Platform
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510, Kenya Red Cross Society, Netherlands Red CrossThis case study details how the Kenya Red Cross Society utilizes the 121 Platform—an end-to-end digital cash assistance solution developed by 510—to streamline beneficiary registration, automate payments via M-PESA, ensure…
3 February 2025
Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) Feasibility assessment report: Lubombo, Eswatini
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Baphalali Eswatini Red Cross Society, British Red CrossThis report examines the use of CVA in four vulnerable communities facing food insecurity. People preferred mobile money transfers, with MTN as the best option, though issues like ID access…
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