USAID in Southern Africa will fund the "Zambia Economic Resilience Program for Improved Food Security," with a focus on the Eastern Province of Zambia. Up to US$24 million is available for technical assistance and training to smallholder farmers, particularly women, to improve their agricultural yields and strengthen their livelihoods. Eligibility is unrestricted. USAID encourages partnerships and consortia of Zambian and non-Zambian organizations. Funding Opportunity 611-11-000001. The closing date for concept papers is 23 August 2012. Link