Promoting good Governance & Accountability
Policy should be informed by community consultation.
Welcome to #AfricaDemocracy and Governance
Working with civil society and communities to build democratic participation
About us
Africa Democracy and Governance (ADG or #AfricaDemocracy) is a regional nonprofit organization working to advance active citizen participation in democratic governance to strengthen ethical leadership in Africa, that is “based on "Inclusivity", "Afrocentricity" and "Ubuntu”.
Democracy in Africa as elsewhere, must derive from a constitutional structure which guarantees fundamental freedoms and rights and serves as the only basis of governance in a state of law. Elections results should matter. People's true will should matter. Active communication between the government and the citizens is always needed, even outside election season.
#AfricaDemocracy works with all branches and levels of government, civil society organizations, the media, and local communities to strengthen systems of democratic governance and promote participatory, representative, and inclusive political processes.
Services
Mission
To be the vocal regional platform for African citizens to reinforce and protect values of democracy and good governance through participation and grassroots democracy.
Vision
A continent that fosters participative communities attuned to democratic precepts, who fearlessly engage their leaders in planning, implementation and accountability.
Approach
We do not impose democracy on any community. Instead we provide an enabling environment for African people to build their own African democratic philosophy.
Focus Groups
Focus groups:
i) Rural women
ii) Young people
iii) Community leaders
Iv) Local organisations
Be part of Africa Democracy
Africa Democracy and Governance is a membership-based organisation. Our members are responsible for formulating ideas that feed into our policies, strategies and actions.
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Democracy and Good Governance
Democratic governance is a critical component of sustainable development and lasting peace. Countries that have inefficient Government institutions, rampant corruption and no rule of law face a high risk of civil war and criminal violence.
ADG Programme Areas
Active citizenship is about engaging people in decision-making processes, giving them a say in the planning and delivery of public services, and involving them in their communities, as a means to improve outcomes.
Active Citizen Participation
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The most important values of good governance from the citizens’ viewpoint are justice, honesty, equality and reliability.
Good governance depends on the extent to which the government is perceived and accepted by the general citizenry to be legitimate, committed to improving general public welfare, and responsive to the needs of its citizenry.
Good Governance
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Democracy in Africa as elsewhere, must derive from a constitutional structure which guarantees fundamental freedoms and rights and serves as the only basis of governance in a state of law. Elections results should matter. People's true will should matter.
Constitutional Democracy in Africa
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Elections are a vital mechanism for ensuring the non-violent transfer of power and the peaceful arbitration of political rivalry. We have to overcome the deep resignation of people in Africa that comes as a result of failed development initiatives and stolen elections.
Elections and Aphathy
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