Reimagining Democracy: How Civic Tech Is Reshaping Governance in West Africa
On May 21, 2025, the vibrant halls of the Civic Centre in Lagos, Nigeria, became the meeting ground for some of West Africa’s boldest civic thinkers, doers, and changemakers. Hosted by Civic Hive, the West Africa CivicTech Conference 2025 brought together a dynamic mix of government officials, tech innovators, policymakers, youth leaders, and civil society […]
Understanding and Exercising Civic Rights
In a world where freedom is constantly being tested, the power of civic rights stands as a beacon of hope. Yet, many of us take these rights for granted, unaware of the significance they hold in shaping our lives and the lives of those around us. The Global Democracy Index 2020 report by the Economist […]
NGYouthSDGs Launches Project on Elevating Youth Voices, Building Trust and Civic Cohesion in Enugu, Nigeria
The Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative (NGYouthSDGs) is elated to announce the Launch of the ‘Elevating Youth Voices, Building Trust and Civic Cohesion’ project also known as the Civic Leadership Programme (CLiP) which kick-started in March 2024, with the aim of encouraging and empowering the next wave of young and representative decision-makers towards meaningful […]
Announcing the Five Civic Champions for the “Elevating Youth Voices, Building Trust, and Civic Cohesion” (CLiP) Project
Ever since Nigeria returned to democracy in 1999, there has been a gradual increase in civic deserts. There are few opportunities for the average Nigerian to meet, discuss issues, or address problems affecting the nation in a way that promotes unity and encourages the proffering of tangible solutions. Instead, what we often see are pop-ups […]
