SAFOD is Southern Africa's leading disability network — championing the rights of persons with disabilities across 16 SADC member states since 1986. From regional policy to community action, we work to unlock a truly inclusive society for all.
The Southern Africa Capacity and Institutional Building (SA-CIBIS) programme works to build well-governed, advocacy competent, financially sound, and self-sustaining OPDs at all levels — from national federations to the SAFOD Secretariat itself.
The SA-IPLJ programme works to embed disability rights into national and regional laws, policies, and frameworks — holding governments to account for commitments made to persons with disabilities across Southern Africa.
The SA-DRDLC programme builds the evidence base that SAFOD and its affiliates need — commissioning research, documenting lessons, and sharing findings to drive informed advocacy across Southern Africa.
The SA-PIAH programme works to make health systems across Southern Africa more accessible to persons with disabilities — tackling barriers in physical access, health worker attitudes, information design, and service delivery policies.
The SA-DEEP programme promotes skills training, enterprise development, and market access for persons with disabilities across Southern Africa.
The SA-DGMP programme promotes the inclusion of women and girls with disabilities in decision-making, social protection, and development, recognising that disability and gender discrimination must be tackled together.
The SA-IEP programme pushes for education systems across Southern Africa to be genuinely accessible to learners with disabilities; in classrooms, curricula, and the resources that governments commit to making inclusion real.
The SA-CYD programme promotes the rights and active participation of children and youths with disabilities across Southern Africa, equipping them with skills to advocate for themselves.
SAFOD · Christian Blind Mission (CBM) · German Cooperation · 7 local partners
Persons with disabilities face a higher risk of death and injury in climate-related disasters. Yet they are routinely left out of disaster planning, early warning systems, and emergency response. This project addresses that gap directly.
SAFOD leads the project in partnership with CBM and seven national organisations across Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Together, they are building the capacity of organisations of persons with disabilities (OPDs) to engage in disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation at national and regional level.
The project operates within four international frameworks:
Regional lead. Coordinates all activities and manages partner relations across the three countries.
Primary funder and technical partner. CBM brings expertise in disability-inclusive humanitarian response.
A regional synthesis of evidence on disability, social protection, and DRR across Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Published in 2025.
SAFOD Regional Guidelines on Inclusive Social Protection Mechanisms for Persons with Disabilities in Southern Africa, developed with CBM and German Cooperation.
OPDs in all three countries developed tailored action plans for monitoring inclusive early warning systems and advancing disability-inclusive DRR at national level.
A cohort of trained OPD representatives across three countries now has the skills to engage in DRR policy processes and monitor inclusive early warning systems.
SAFOD seeks volunteers who can either currently utilise the internet wherever they may be, or physically work at our Secretariat — to mobilise resources, carry out online campaigns, document issues online, support with events management, and translate key documents.
Join Us NowWe are a non-profit entity duly registered under Botswana law, supported by community well-wishers, philanthropists, local and international foundations, international development partners, and through other legitimate and transparent fundraising activities.
Donate NowSAFOD wants to continue implementing its unique programmes in communities that focus on bringing about positive change in the lives of marginalised persons with disabilities in Southern Africa. Find out how you can join hands with us to achieve our shared goals.
Learn MorePublications & Resources
SAFOD produces research, policy documents, and practical guides to advance the rights of persons with disabilities in Southern Africa. These resources support OPDs, governments, and partners across the region.
Annual Reports
Documents covering programme activities, results, and financial performance each year.
Regional Guidelines on Inclusive Social Protection
A policy framework for persons with disabilities in Southern Africa. Developed with CBM and German Cooperation.
Meta-Analysis Report
Research on disability and social protection across Southern Africa.
AT Catalogue & AT Guide
Directories of assistive technology suppliers and guidance for users across Southern Africa.
Advocacy Manual for OPDs
A practical guide for organisations of persons with disabilities in Southern Africa.
Living Conditions Report
Research on the daily lives of persons with disabilities across the region.
COVID-19 Research Report
Analysis of how the pandemic affected persons with disabilities in Southern Africa.
Policy and Stakeholder Influence Strategy
Strategic framework covering 2021–2025.
Monitoring and Evaluation Framework
SAFOD's M&E framework for the 2021–2025 strategy period.
SAFOD's books are independently audited each year by Mazars (now Forvis Mazars), certified auditors in Gaborone, Botswana. All figures are in USD.
Financial years 2020–2024 · Registered Society CR 6505 · 1 BWP = $0.070 (26 May 2025)
2024 total income
$288K
From 3 funding partners
5-year income total
$1.4M
2020 through 2024
Peak income year
2022
$356,088 received
Consecutive surpluses
4 years
2021 through 2024
Income and expenditure 2020–2024
Annual totals in USD — hover bars for exact figures
Funding sources by year
Select a year to see the income breakdown
Income mix 2021–2024
Stacked view showing how funding partners changed
Annual surplus / deficit
Net financial result each year — four consecutive surpluses after 2020 deficit
2020
−$36,322
2021
+$3,321
2022
+$40,392
2023
+$60,653
2024
+$31,865
Surplus trend 2020–2024
Net annual result in USD — green bars above zero, red below
SAFOD publishes independently audited financial statements every year. We are committed to full transparency with our donors, partners, and the public. Request a copy of any annual report directly from our team.
Request the audit reports → info@safod.netSAFOD is planning the next Roundtable Forum, and we want you on board. We are inviting organisations to express interest in joining us as partners or sponsors.
Organised by the Southern Africa Federation of the Disabled (SAFOD)
