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The Tripartite’s Project Preparation and Implementation Unit (PPIU) started operations on 1 December 2011. TMSA is supporting the Lusaka-based PPIU office and has helped recruit its Director and other staff.  

Despite the existence of many project preparation funds in Africa, the COMESA-EAC-SADC Tripartite has continued to experience difficulties processing projects to a bankable stage.  In June 2011, DFID PUSS Stephen O’Brien announced £5m for project preparation in support of the Tripartite’s plans for a PPIU. The PPIU will help to facilitate better cooperation among the range of project preparation facilities and make faster progress in preparing regional infrastructure projects for finance.  

For current PPIU vacancies, click here