Lack of evidence based data has been singled out as one key indicator that is derailing humanitarian response and community resilience in the country.

The Centre for Social Accountability and Transparency (CSAT) is pushing for speedy investigations into the double standards allegations case involving the suspended National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST) Executive Director, Elijah Wanda.

Government is optimistic that pigeon peas is one key crop that can assist in transforming the country's agriculture sector and economy.

The Center for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) says the scarcity of forex has halted production of most local industries which has forced rationing of basic commodities such as cooking oil and sugar on the market.