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Center for Development Research
The Center for Development Research (ZEF) is an institute of the University of Bonn, Germany. It started its research activities in 1997. ZEF researchers aim to find science-based solutions to promote sustainable development and planetary health. ZEF’s research divisions and groups conduct inter- and trans-disciplinary research in, for and with emerging economies and on global issues with its collaborating research partners around the world. ZEF educates and trains international doctoral students in its Doctoral Studies Program. ZEF is guided by an International Advisory Board.
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Right Livelihood College Workshop 2025
At ZEF Bonn, the Right Livelihood College Workshop 2025 brought together young researchers and global experts working on rural development, smallholder agriculture, and sustainable value chains. Supported by the DAAD German Academic Exchange Service with funds from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the workshop fostered rich dialogue and collaboration across disciplines and regions.
Tag der Vereinten Nationen, UN Day 2025
UN Day 2025 in Bonn was an inspiring celebration of global cooperation and sustainable development at the Bonn Market Square. The event brought together organizations, researchers, and citizens committed to advancing the goals and values of the United Nations.
Public Lecture at ZEF / October 16, 2025
Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 13:30–14:30Venue: Conference Room
Faith and Flow in Ghana’s Water Sector – How Religious Collaboration Enhances Bill Payment and Conservation
…to be presented by Prof. Dr. Anthony Amoah, Dean of the School of Sustainable Development, University of Environment and Sustainable Development (UESD), Ghana.
New ZEF Working Paper no. 248
Drivers of Commercial Poultry Development in Sub-Saharan AfricaLessons from Case Studies of Commercial Poultry Operations in Nigeria and SenegalBy Amy Faye, Carlos Seré, Funso Sonaiya, and Cheikh Ly