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Savings and Development Dialogue(SDD) was established in 2015 and incorporated in 2018 as a company limited by guarantee.

SDD aims at leading in chosen themes of work through evidence-informed dialogue. SDD operates a hybrid model combining implementation

05/10/2026

𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙧 𝘼𝙡𝙝𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙣 𝙈𝙪𝙨𝙖𝙝!

On behalf of everyone at SDD Ghana, we are delighted to congratulate our founding member, Professor Alhassan Musah (Sheikh Simbaako Zandey), on his appointment as the Vice Chancellor of KAAF University.

This is a well-deserved recognition of his outstanding scholarship, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to advancing education, research, and development in Ghana and beyond. Professor Musah has been instrumental in shaping several organisations into institutions of excellence and we have no doubt that he will bring his trademark dedication, wisdom, and passion to KAAF University.

We are confident that under his leadership, KAAF University will reach new heights of academic excellence, innovation, and community impact.

Prof., we are proud to celebrate this milestone with you. We wish you every success, good health, and God's guidance as you begin this important chapter.

Congratulations, Sir! 👏

22/09/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐨𝐫, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭? 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 (𝐅𝐒𝐇𝐒) 𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

The debate about whether Ghana’s Free Senior High School (FSHS) policy should be targeted only at students from poor households raises important questions about equity, access and the practical challenges of identifying who genuinely needs support. An opinion article by SDD Ghana Treasurer, Prof. Alhassan Musah (Sheikh Simbaako Zandey) and Board Chairman(SDD Ghana)Dr. Sadat Salifu, PhD examines the risks associated with means-testing and argues that universal access to free secondary education may better protect disadvantaged children from exclusion.

The article provides an interesting perspective on education, poverty, social equity and the future of FSHS in Ghana. Read the full article and share your thoughts:
Read the full article on Graphic Online: “Romanticising targeting FSHS: Who is poor, who is not?”
https://www.graphic.com.gh/features/opinion/ghana-news-romanticising-targeting-fshs-who-is-poor-who-is-not.html

STAR-Ghana Foundation

25/08/2026

On behalf of our Board of Directors, staff and volunteers, SDD Ghana extend our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the chiefs, elders, and people of the Tolon Traditional Area on the passing of the revered Paramount Chief (Rtd Major Sulemana Abukari). We remain steadfastly committed to standing alongside the Tolon Traditional Area during this profound moment of mourning as we honor his legacy of leadership and dedication to the community.

23/07/2026

Last week, SDD Ghana partnered with STAR-Ghana Foundation to produce a documentary highlighting the incredible impact of the Children's Assembly Programme in Nyankpala and Tolon.

The documentary features inspiring stories and interviews with Children’s Assembly members, dedicated volunteers, and the District Chief Executive (DCE), showcasing how the programme is empowering children to raise their voices and create positive change in their communities.

🎥 Something exciting is on the way!

Stay tuned for the official release and be among the first to watch this powerful story of impact, leadership, and collaboration.

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25/06/2026

𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗥𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧 𝗧𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗧 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗬

Members of the N-Nye Yem and Beyom Children's Assemblies visited the Tolon District Assembly on 19 June 2026 as part of the Social Accountability and Inclusion through Children Assemblies Project. The visit aimed to help the children understand local governance and interact with assembly officials.

The children were welcomed by the District Chief Executive, Hon. Seidu Braimah, the Presiding Member, Hon. Mahama Seidu, and the District Coordinating Director, Mr. Andrew Abadeka Akumbutum. They received lessons on leadership, local governance, assembly functions, funding sources, and decision-making processes.

The children also engaged with the Environmental Health Unit and learned about sanitation and their role in keeping communities clean.

The visit provided valuable firsthand experience of local government operations and strengthened the children's understanding of civic participation and community development.

The project is funded by the STAR-Ghana Foundation under the Volunteerism Call and is implemented by SDD GHANA with support from dedicated volunteers.

22/06/2026

𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶

Last week, Savings and Development Dialogue Ghana (SDD-GH), in partnership with STAR-Ghana Foundation organized a three-day training session for Volunteers and Head Teachers under the Volunteerism Project.

The training was designed to enhance participants' understanding of local governance structures, decentralized departments, assembly committees, their specific roles and responsibilities.
Participants were also engaged on safeguarding principles and practices. Through interactive sessions, participants are being equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to engage effectively with local authorities, promote accountability, and safeguard the rights and well-being of children and vulnerable persons in their communities.

This initiative reflects our commitment to strengthening community participation, fostering responsible citizenship, and building safer and more inclusive communities for sustainable development.

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27/04/2026

Last week, the management of SDD-GH paid a strategic working visit to the Yendi Municipal Assembly to explore the area’s cultural and tourism potential. The visit also focused on strengthening partnerships to promote sustainable tourism and create economic opportunities for local communities.

30/01/2026

SDD Ghana has officially begun Phase 2 of the Children’s Assembly initiative under the STAR-Ghana Foundation sponsored Volunteerism project. Deepening understanding of the District Assembly concept and sustainability of the Children’s Assemblies is at the center of our approach.

As part of our stakeholder consultations, we paid a courtesy visit to the Director of Education, Ghana Education Service (GES) – Tolon District to discuss stronger collaboration and the next steps toward establishing Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with GES.
These MOUs will help embed the Children’s Assembly concept within local education and governance structures, so young people can continue learning civic leadership, participation, and responsible citizenship for years to come.

We are grateful to the District Director of Education and his team for the warm reception and constructive engagement. We are also grateful to our untiring and passionate volunteers who have been critical to deepening understanding of local governance.

More updates soon as consultations continue.

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