Swedish Government decides to phase out bilateral strategies and close embassies
On 4 December 2025, the Government decided to phase out Sweden's bilateral strategies in Liberia, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zimbabwe and Bolivia and to close the embassies in Monrovia, Harare and La Paz. All initiatives will be terminated by 31 August 2026 at the latest. Humanitarian aid will not be affected, and Sida will continue to implement programmes through regional and thematic strategies.
Ongoing processes for partners:
About the humanitarian partnership process
Sida provides an overview of the process to identify Central Operational Partners within the strategy for humanitarian assistance (2025-2029). Here you can read about each step in the process. (Updated the 17th of November 2025).
Cooperation within the CSO Strategy (2025-2029)
Sida's work with civil society is guided by the Swedish Government's Strategy for Sweden's Development Cooperation with Civil Society 2025-2029. Here you will find information about current, ongoing, and upcoming calls for proposals, as well as information about how Sida works with the process and selection.
Our partners
Sida works with a wide range of partners from different sectors of society. We continuously learn from experiences with our cooperation partners and evaluate our partner portfolio to deliver the best possible assistance in each context.
Civil society organisations
A significant part of Sweden’s development assistance is carried out in cooperation with civil society organisations in our partner countries.
Multilateral organisations
Sida collaborates with several multilateral organisations. A large part of the support goes to various UN bodies and the World Bank, and a smaller part to the EU’s joint assistance.
Public sector
Swedish public agencies are important actors in development cooperation. There are many opportunities for Swedish public agencies to get involved and contribute to strengthening their counterparts in a partner country.
Private sector
The private sector has a crucial role to play in global development and poverty reduction. Sida is partnering with companies and private sector organisations that contribute to economic, social and environmental sustainable development.
Research institutions
Sida supports research in and by low-income countries to reduce poverty and build sustainable societies. Our partners are bilateral, regional and global research institutions and research-supporting organisations.
Apply for financial support from Sida
Are you interested in cooperating with Sida and have an idea for a possible development project? Here you can find out where to turn for guidance.
International Training Programmes
Sida's International Training Programme offers key people from institutions in low- and middle-income countries training in implementing reforms. The objective is a transparent, efficient and democratic state administration under the rule of law.
Methods and materials
Sida continuously develops tools and methodological materials to guide our staff. They can also be useful for Sida partners and other stakeholders. See our toolboxes for poverty, gender, environment and peace & conflict.
