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ESTDEV supports STEM education for girls, bringing Estonian educational innovation to Ukraine, Kenya and Uganda

In 2026, the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV) has funded various initiatives in Ukraine, Kenya and Uganda to build girls' self-confidence and creativity through science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education.

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ESTDEV welcomes Martin Tulit as head of Democracy and Rule of Law

As the head of Democracy and Rule of Law at the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV), Martin Tulit will be responsible for programmes strengthening democratic institutions, the rule of law and good governance in partner countries.

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Estonian mentoring programme aims to attract investment to Northern Moldova

An Estonian-run programme in Moldova's Northern Development Region will work with local governments to attract investment and accelerate regional development, supporting the country’s ultimate goal of joining the European Union.

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Newly opened Estonian embassy in Moldova to bolster cooperation between the two countries and tighten Moldova’s ties to the EU

Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna opened the Estonian Embassy in Chișinău today, marking a new stage in Estonia-Moldova cooperation.

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"We are building nothing less than the future": Q and A about education projects with ESTDEV's head of Education, Gertha Teidla-Kunitsõn

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Estonian expert shares what drives him to work on development cooperation initiatives in Ukraine

ESTDEV is introducing a new series giving a voice to our valued partners and experts. It is through the work of these individuals that Estonia's vision for development cooperation is brought to life.

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“A whirlwind that turned into focus, resilience and a new professional direction”: Ukrainian entrepreneurs inspired by Estonian export programme

The Estonian-led Export Consultants Mastery Programme inspired five Ukrainian consultants to join forces to create U-Bridge Global and turn their newfound knowledge into practical business solutions.

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Over 270,000 births registered in two months via Kenya's e-birth registry, developed together with Estonia

For the first time ever, Kenyan parents can register their child's birth online. Data entered while still in the hospital goes directly to the population registry, reducing the time required to obtain a birth certificate from months to days.

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Estonia and Taiwan open family-style small group home in Ukraine

ESTDEV and Taiwan opened a family home in Zhytomyr for an eight-member Ukrainian foster family. The Taipei Mission in Latvia funded the construction with 1.1 million euros, and the project is a joint initiative between Taiwan, Estonia, and Ukraine