UNDP Awards Consultancy Contract to Update Eswatini’s Climate Commitments (NDC 3.0)

Introduction

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has issued a contract award for a national consultant to support the revision and update of Eswatini’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0). The consultancy is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the country’s climate action framework and align with global climate commitments.

Contract Details and Scope

The award was posted on 12 January 2026 under reference 10494692/UNDP-SWZ-00206.

Key highlights:

• Organization - United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

• Beneficiary Country - Eswatini (Swaziland)

• Procurement Method - Individual Contractor Selection

• Contract Value - USD 8,140

• Scope - Revision and update of Eswatini’s NDC 3.0 climate commitments

The assignment focuses on strengthening Eswatini’s climate strategy under the Paris Agreement, ensuring updated targets reflect national priorities and global climate goals.

Awarded Consultant

The contract was awarded to Rex Brown, selected as an individual consultant to provide technical expertise for the NDC update process.

Strategic Importance of the Project

Updating Nationally Determined Contributions is a critical step for countries working to meet international climate obligations. The consultancy will support:

• Updated greenhouse gas reduction targets

• Climate adaptation and resilience strategies

• Integration of climate priorities into national development planning

• Alignment with global climate reporting frameworks

This work contributes to Eswatini’s participation in global climate action and sustainable development initiatives.

Conclusion

The consultancy marks an important step in strengthening Eswatini’s climate policy framework. As countries worldwide revise their NDCs, similar procurement activity is expected to continue across the climate and sustainability sector.

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