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SUMMARY:Public Dialogue : Understanding the different regional and international reactions to recent coups in Gabon and Niger
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday 9th February 2024Time: 3-4 p.m. (Cameroon time GMT+1)\nVenue: Online Zoom (Register now)\nCONCEPT NOTE\nAfrica has recently experienced an upsurge in military coups. The most recent ones\, notably those of July 26\, 2023 in Niger and August 30\, 2023 in Gabon\, provoked different reactions from African regional organizations and the international community. While the African Union (AU) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) strongly condemned the coup in Niger and even threatened military intervention\, the AU and the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) reacted much more cautiously to the coup in Gabon. At the international level\, the Ministers of foreign affairs of the European Union (EU) decided\, on August 31\, to establish a legal framework to impose sanctions on the perpetrators of the coup d’État in Niger ( 1 ) and suspend cooperation security and financial relations between the European Union (EU) and Niamey ( 2 ). Yet EU diplomacy appeared to justify the coup in Gabon. Its leader notably declared: “ Military coups are not generally a solution\, but we must not forget that in Gabon\, elections marred by irregularities took place ” ( 3 ). In the same vein\, France ( 4 ) and the United States unequivocally condemned the coup d’état in Niger\, while adopting a more nuanced position on Gabon\, limiting themselves to urging the army to ” preserve civil power” ( 5 ). How can we understand these heterogeneous reactions to the same political phenomenon\, that of unconstitutional changes of government? \nObjectifs \nThe main objective of this webinar is to take the previous coups d’état in Niger and Gabon as a starting point for analyzing the political\, strategic and geopolitical implications of coups in Africa\, which justify their differential political treatment.\nThe specific objectives can be broken down as follows: \nResearch and analyze the reasons or interests that underlie and justify the reactions of people and international actors to the coups in Niger and Gabon;\nAnalyze the political\, strategic and geopolitical implications of the differential treatment of coups in \nEvent Format \nThe event will be online\, on Zoom\, with panel discussions moderated by experts and will be broadcast live on the Foretia Foundation’s social media platforms. \nEvent date and time \nThe event will take place on Friday 9th February 2024 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cameroon time –GMT+1). \nOrganizers \nThis event is organized by the Governance and Democracy Division of the Nkafu Policy Institute\, a Think tank of the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation. \nParticipants \nThis debate is organized by the Governance and Democracy Division of the Nkafu Policy Institute. It is open to all without restriction. \nContacts \nFor more information\, please contact us by email at: info@foretiafoundation.org or via telephone: (+237) 222 31 15 84 / 654 86 72 54.\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/public-dialogue-understanding-the-different-regional-and-international-reactions-to-recent-coups-in-gabon-and-niger/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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SUMMARY:International Women’s Day: Progress\, challenges and prospects in Africa
DESCRIPTION:GOVERNANCE AND DEMOCRACY DIVISIONPUBLIC DIALOGUE\nDate: Wednesday March 6\, 2024\nTime: 3 p.m.-4 p.m. (Cameroon time GMT+1)\nVenue : Online (Zoom)\nInternational Women’s Day (IWD) is a global day to celebrate political\, social\, economic and cultural achievements\, while calling for action to strengthen gender equality in all sectors (1 ) . The United Nations theme to celebrate IWD 2024 is: “ Invest in women: Accelerate progress”. Five key areas have been identified to encourage common action to achieve this objective\, namely: investing in women\, putting an end to poverty\, implementing gender-sensitive financing\, moving to a green economy and a society of care and supporting feminist change agents ( 2 ). But faced with several different socio-political contexts\, progress and challenges differ from one country or region to another. It is therefore a matter of finding adequate strategies to pool efforts by adopting an inter-sectional approach\, in order to reduce not only regional differences on the evolution of women’s rights in Africa\, but also the inequalities that persist between men and women. .\nObjectives\nThe general objective of this webinar is to take stock of gender equality in Africa\, by analyzing common and national progress as well as common and specific challenges on the areas identified by the United Nations.\nSpecifically the aim is to: \nAnalyse the contours and implications of what “investing in women” means\nAnalyse the progress and challenges of eradicating the feminisation of poverty\nAnalyse national progress and challenges in terms of gender-responsive budgeting\nAnalyse the participation of women in the green economy and the access of women and girls to the best health care\nIdentify and analyse the resources and challenges of African women’s civil society (Associations\, NGOs\, activists\, unions\, etc.) in carrying out its activities to promote women’s rights. \nEvent Format\nThe event will take place online\, via Zoom\, with panel discussions moderated by experts and will be broadcast live on the Foretia Foundation’s social media platforms.\nEvent date and time\nThe event will take place on Friday February 9\, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cameroon time –GMT+1).\nOrganizers\nThis event is organized by the Governance and Democracy Division of the Nkafu Policy Institute\, the Think tank of the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation.\n5. Panelists\n6. Participants\nThis debate is organized by the Governance and Democracy Division of the Nkafu Policy Institute. It is open to all without restriction.\n7. Contacts For more information\, please contact us by email at: info@foretiafoundation.org or by telephone at: (+237) 222 31 15 84 / 654 86 72 54.
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/international-womens-day-progress-challenges-and-prospects-in-africa/
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SUMMARY:Youths and Political Engagement in Francophone Africa
DESCRIPTION:Date: May 8\, 2024Time: 3pm.- 4pm. (Cameroon time GMT+1)\nVenue: Online (Zoom) REGISTER NOW \nBackground \nAspiration 6 of Agenda 2063 of the African Union (AU)\, places women and youth at the heart of development in Africa (1). Youth in particular constitute more than half of Africa’s population. Those aged 15 to 35 are estimated at more than 400 million by the AU (2). Yet they are marginalised in politics and electoral processes. In Cameroon for example\, although measures have been taken by Elections Cameroon (ELECAM) to increase the registration of youth on the electoral lists (3)\, it should be noted that young people do not always exercise their right of vote at the various electoral events. In addition\, youth\, along with women\, are the “social cadets” when it comes to the distribution of elective positions. Youth are either absent or under-represented in the National Assembly\, the Senate\, the local and regional councils. As the presidential and local elections are approaching in Cameroon\, the Nkafu Policy Institute of the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is organising a conversation to better understand the contours of the political engagement of youth in French-speaking Africa\, based on the experience of Cameroon.\n2. Objectives\nThe overall objective of this conversation is to analyse the participation and engagement of youth in politics and in electoral processes in Africa in general and in Cameroon in particular.\nSpecifically\, it aims at: \nAnalysing the evolution of youth’s political engagement and participation;\nAnalysing the systemic\, political\, socio-economic and cultural factors that positively and/or negatively influence the political engagement and participation of youth;\nIdentifying the expectations\, concerns and perceptions of youth regarding the electoral process ;\nProposing concrete solutions to encourage youth to become actively involved in the democratic process. \n3. Event format\nThe event will take place online\, via Zoom\, and will be broadcast live on the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation’s social media platforms.\n4. Date and time of the event\nThe event will take place on May 8\, 2024 from 3:00 pm. to 4:00 pm. Cameroon time (GMT+1).\n5. Organizers\nThis event is organized by the Governance and Democracy Division of the Nkafu Policy Institute\, a Think tank of the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation.\n6. Panelists? \n Donald Malomba Esembe\, Member of Parliament for the Buea city council of the Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement ( CPDM ).\n Pippie Hugues \, Policy Analyst in Governance and Democracy (Moderator)\, Nkafu Policy Institute. \n7. Participants\nThis debate is organized by the Governance and Democracy Division of the Nkafu Policy Institute. It is open to all without restriction.\n8. Contacts\nFor more information\, please contact us by email at: info@foretiafoundation.org or by telephone at: (+237) 222 31 15 84 / 654 86 72 54.\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/youths-and-political-engagement-in-francophone-africa/
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SUMMARY:Driving Democracy\, Accountability and Integrated Governance in Central Africa: Leveraging Strategic Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Date: November 20th 2025\nTime: 3:00pm – 4:00pm (WAT\nVenue : Zoom Online \nContext\nDemocratic Deficits\nThe Central African sub region faces numerous challenges related to democracy\, accountability and governance. The wave of political instability\, longevity in power\, unconstitutional changes of government\, as well as civil conflicts in countries of the Central African sub region highlights the challenges to the consolidation of democracy. The region is plagued by weak governance structures\, impeding efficient public administration and the establishment of democratic principles. Countries of the sub-region; notably\, Cameroon\, Chad\, the Central African Republic\, Gabon\, The Republic of the Congo\, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)\, and Equatorial Guinea all rank consistently low on key democratic indicators (1). As a result\, many countries in this region struggle with issues like corruption\, human rights violation\, limited civil liberties\, weak rule of law\, lack of free and fair elections\, lack of accountability\, and weak institutional frameworks; which all account for the low level of development in the sub region. International programs identify five major guidelines for strengthening democratic governance\, including; The protection of fundamental rights\, the reduction of economic and social inequalities\, the construction of the rule of law\, the promotion of political pluralism and Social pluralism (2). \nThe Case for Integrated Governance\nEven though the afore-mentioned principles are crucial for bolstering democratic and integrated governance\, their application remains difficult across the region because of deeply ingrained political cultures that are resistant to change. Faced with this challenge\, there is need for a strategic approach that combines various elements of governance across different sectors to improve efficiency\, accountability\, sustainability\, and service delivery for citizens. To achieve this\, effective partnerships among governments\, civil society organizations\, international agencies\, and private sectors is very essential. These collaborations have the potential to significantly contribute to the advancement of integrated governance frameworks\, democratic principles\, and accountability systems which are critical for sustainable development. \nObjectives\nThis webinar is part of the SCATT-BRIDGE Project which aims to strengthen think tank resilience and democratic governance across Central Africa. The main objective of the webinar is to examine innovative partnership approaches that can strengthen the democratic process\, enhance accountability and guarantee effective governance across the central African sub region. More specifically\, the webinar seeks to: \n\nAnalyze the current economic and socio-political landscape in the Central African Region and identify key challenges related to integrated governance\, democracy and accountability.\nExploreinnovative partnership models to close gaps in governance\, democracy and accountability and promote constructive change in Central African government systems.\nFosterdialogue on best practices for collaboration between international organizations\, the corporate sector\, civil society\, and government authorities.\nGenerateinsights to inform future programming and donor strategies in the\n\nExpected Outcomes\nAt the end of the discussion\, it is expected that: \n\nAttendees gain a more profound understanding of the specific governance challenges that theCentral African Region faces.\nIdentification of Best Practices and successful cooperation models between stakeholders thatcan be adapted or duplicated within the region.\nDevelopmentof actionable recommendations to guide stakeholders in establishing effective partnerships with the goal of improving governance\, democracy and accountability.\nImproved effectiveness and strategic alignment of future programming and donor strategies in the region.\n\nExpected Outputs\nImmediate output from this webinar includes; \n\nArecording of the webinar that will be made available online for future\nAcomprehensive report that summarizes the webinar’s main discussion\, key insights and actionable policy recommendations.\n\nTarget audience\nThe webinar is targeted for: \n\nRegionalgovernance experts\nGovernment officials from Central African countries responsiblefor public policy formulation\, implementation\, and evaluation\nAfricanUnion\, RECs and RMs\nDonorrepresentatives\nCivilsociety leaders and advocates\nDevelopmentpractitioners from international organizations\, with a focus on policy reforms\nPrivatesector and media representatives engaged in public-private partnerships and policy advocacy\nPublicPolicy experts\nWomenand youth leaders\n\nEvent Format\nThe webinar will take place online\, via zoom through an interactive panel discussion by experts and will be streamed live across all organizational media outlets. \nEvent Date\nThe one-hour long event is scheduled to hold on November 20th 2025 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm (WAT). \nAbout the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation\nThe Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation was established to catalyze Africa’s economic transformation by focusing on social entrepreneurship\, science and technology innovation\, public health\, and progressive policies that create economic opportunities for all. The Foundation partners with local governments\, policymakers\, private enterprises\, civil society organizations\, and development partners to expand resources available to entrepreneurs\, farmers\, and small business owners\, improving individual livelihoods. \nAbout the Nkafu Policy Institute\nThe Nkafu Policy Institute is an African think tank with a mission to provide independent\, in-depth\, and insightful policy recommendations that enable all Africans to prosper in free\, fair\, democratic\, and sustainable economies. The Institute’s team of analysts\, experts\, and researchers work on governance and democracy\, health and education\, peace and security\, science and technology\, and economic policy. \nContact\nQuestions related to the organization of this event can be sent to: \nMs. Muriel Kinkoh\, Research Associate\, Peace and Security division\, Nkafu MKinkoh@foretiafoundation.org\nNkafu Policy Institute P: (+237) 222 31 15 84 / (+237) 654 86 72 54 | www.nkafu.org \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/leveraging-partnerships-driving-democracy-accountability-and-integrated-governance-in-the-central-african-region/
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