At the national level CSOs have become increasingly active in local issues at district levels and national governance areas, demanding accountability, promoting transparency and access to information, as well as providing basic services to the population. CSOs also contribute towards social development by initiating various programmes that help the community to address socio-economical issues. This is done partly through partnership with Governmental Agencies and also through the initiatives of individual CSOs.
It is important to note that some civil society organisations have established strong roots and productive working relationships with both Government and private sector. For instance through the establishment of Cooperatives and Social Entrepreneurs, e.g. Farmers Associations, Seychelles Credit Union, Association of Artisans etc…
LUNGOS is currently coorniating the implementation of the Capacity building of Non- State Actors; a project funded under the 9th EDF.
