Good Governance Africa

Good Governance Africa Good Governance Africa is a research and advocacy organisation that improves government performance.
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Good Governance Africa (GGA) was established in 2012 as an independent, registered non-profit organisation – with offices in South Africa, Nigeria and Ghana – with the aim of promoting better governance in Africa to improve the lives of all citizens.

"Democracy is not self-sustaining." Emerging from the shadow of apartheid required a collective commitment to accountabi...
22/06/2026

"Democracy is not self-sustaining." Emerging from the shadow of apartheid required a collective commitment to accountability and dignity—gains that Lonwabo Patrick Kulati argues are currently at risk. In this analysis of the modern political landscape, Kulati outlines the catastrophic ripple effects of poor leadership, from domestic economic instability and social fragmentation to global isolation. It is a powerful call to action for South African voters to prioritise principle over personality and protect the future of the republic before the warning signs become an irreversible reality: https://gga.org/how-can-south-african-voters-avoid-electing-a-trump-like-leader-the-ballot-is-not-just-a-right-it-is-a-responsibility-by-rejecting-leaders-who-exhibit-arrogance-intolerance-dishonesty-and-disrega/

South Africa’s post-Zondo era demands an urgent shift from simply diagnosing corruption to actively dismantling its mech...
18/06/2026

South Africa’s post-Zondo era demands an urgent shift from simply diagnosing corruption to actively dismantling its mechanisms. To anchor this transition in practical reality, the Enhancing Accountability Technical Assistance Facilityis bringing internationally recognized governance and compliance specialist Dr. Max Burger-Scheidlin to our upcoming technical forum.
Joining a panel of leading South African experts, Dr. Burger-Scheidlin will bridge the gap between global integrity standards and local, on-the-ground ex*****on. For compliance officers, procurement specialists, and regulators seeking actionable strategies rather than high-level rhetoric, this session offers a rare, practitioner-led deep dive into building airtight accountability frameworks and managing real-world risk.
Event Details
Date: 15 July 2026
Time: 14:00 (2 PM)
Venue: Hotel Sky, Sandton
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Seating is limited. Secure your spot by emailing [email protected].

AIF Quarterly #77 | TWO CITIES, ONE CRISIS | Why local government matters more than you think | https://linku.cc/3bnmQm
18/06/2026

AIF Quarterly #77 | TWO CITIES, ONE CRISIS | Why local government matters more than you think | https://linku.cc/3bnmQm

IN-PERSON EVENT | Integrity as a competitive advantage | From compliance to prevention
17/06/2026

IN-PERSON EVENT | Integrity as a competitive advantage | From compliance to prevention

With a youth unemployment crisis knocking at the door, Nigeria can no longer afford to view sports as mere recreation. K...
17/06/2026

With a youth unemployment crisis knocking at the door, Nigeria can no longer afford to view sports as mere recreation. Kabir Hassan’s analysis reveals the multi-layered economic ecosystem we are actively discarding—from coaching and sports medicine to digital media production and facility maintenance. By failing to integrate sports into national development frameworks and ignoring a massive data deficit, we are bleeding economic opportunity: https://gga.org/why-nigeria-must-leverage-sports-for-youth-development/ GGA West Africa

June 16th marks a profound intersection of history and hope across our continent, bridging South Africa’s Youth Day and ...
16/06/2026

June 16th marks a profound intersection of history and hope across our continent, bridging South Africa’s Youth Day and the International Day of the African Child. As we reflect on our national commitment to the future under the banner of "RESET @50," we are reminded that the legacy of freedom belongs to every generation—but true freedom cannot thrive on an empty stomach or without clean water. This year's continental focus demands "Ensuring universal access to water, sanitation, and hygiene for every child in Africa," a mandate that is fundamentally inseparable from the fight for nutritional sovereignty.
At Good Governance Africa, we believe that ethical leadership is measured by how we protect our most vulnerable. Data from the 67th edition of Africa in Fact shows that nearly 60% of the continent faces moderate-to-severe food insecurity, a crisis closely linked to water infrastructure deficits. You cannot build sustainable food systems or healthy communities when basic water infrastructure fails. True governance means closing these gaps to secure the future of our youth. To truly 'reset' our trajectory for the next fifty years, policymakers must treat water safety, robust sanitation, and agricultural resilience not as isolated challenges, but as a single, urgent blueprint for intergenerational justice. Only then can we guarantee that the African child inherits a future defined by dignity, health, and real opportunity: https://africainfact.com/category/aif-issue-67/

The success of South Africa’s economy hinges on our collective ability to nurture youth talent, scale public-private fun...
16/06/2026

The success of South Africa’s economy hinges on our collective ability to nurture youth talent, scale public-private funding, and build an investable, inclusive market. But we cannot manage what we do not measure accurately. Ahead of the Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference this week, Good Governance Africa is stepping up as a strategic partner to ground the transformation conversation in hard, uncompromised data.
As an evidence-based research organisation, Good Governance Africa is dedicated to improving African governance through clear-eyed advocacy. Alongside the private sector leaders, innovators, and policymakers gathering at the Sandton Convention Centre, we are ready to unpack the structural realities of economic inclusion. Institutional courage belongs in these rooms to ensure policy translates into lived change: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/356037-nedbank-top-empowerment-conference-2026/?apmid=11785 #/

What does it cost your organisation to leave communications out of the boardroom?In Africa's fast-evolving digital econo...
16/06/2026

What does it cost your organisation to leave communications out of the boardroom?
In Africa's fast-evolving digital economy, trust is the ultimate currency. Yet, strategic communications is too often treated as an afterthought rather than a core pillar of governance. This upcoming roundtable brings together continental policymakers, regulators, and private sector giants to dismantle the status quo. Discover why proactive narrative-building is the backbone of successful digital transformation, and why waiting for a crisis is already too late: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6917786910896/WN_HjwG7IQSRei1Mx2zDZC1IA #/registration

Why are laws not enough to protect girls? In this article, Mariam Hassan explores the stubborn reality of Female Ge***al...
15/06/2026

Why are laws not enough to protect girls? In this article, Mariam Hassan explores the stubborn reality of Female Ge***al Mutilation (FGM) in Nigeria, where deeply entrenched social pressures and a "heavy cloud of cultural norms" continue to outpace legal frameworks like the VAPP Act. With Nigeria holding the third-highest number of survivors globally, Mariam argues that true progress requires moving past empty policy commitments toward strict legal enforcement and a total rejection of cultural shielding for perpetrators. Read the full article to discover why bridging the gap between legislation and enforcement is our most urgent hurdle as the 2030 United Nations eradication deadline looms: https://gga.org/why-communities-must-lead-the-fight-against-female-genital-mutilation-in-nigeria/

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