BudgIT, a leading civic-tech organization, and Connected Development (CODE), a non-profit organization, have announced a joint project to strengthen locally-led development across Africa.
The project, supported by the Hilton Foundation, will focus on Nigeria, Kenya, Senegal, and Ghana.
The initiative aims to enhance the localisation of philanthropic resources for sustainable development through evidence-based research, stakeholder engagement, and multimedia advocacy.
The project will analyze the donor funding landscape, identify local organizations’ resource gaps and capacity needs, and showcase successful locally-led development models.
Oluseun Onigbinde, BudgIT’s Global Director, stated, “Local civil society organisations are at the core of Africa’s development, yet they face challenges.
“This partnership will highlight their resilience, showcase their successes, and advocate for a more inclusive funding structure that empowers those on the ground.”
Hamzat Lawal, CEO of Connected Development, added, “This project aims to enhance the localisation of philanthropic resources for sustainable development.
“We will foster deeper engagement, influence the localisation agenda, and enhance the capacity of non-profits across the continent.”
The project will include “Pause and Reflect” workshops, research reports, short documentaries, and a multi-stakeholder dinner.
The initiative will culminate in a Locally-Led Development and Civil Society Fair & Exhibition, convening government leaders, bilateral organisations, private philanthropic foundations, and international NGOs.
Through this project, BudgIT and CODE aim to promote African-led solutions, influence policy shifts, and funding structures that support sustainable, locally-driven impact.
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