Around the world, young people have bravely been expressing their frustration with political systems that they perceive as disconnected from their everyday realities. In cases such as Nepal and Madagascar, Gen-Z led protests have been successful in bringing about political change while in others like Philippines and […]
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The Youth Democracy Cohort, through the Digitalise Youth project, aims to strengthen digital rights across Africa, advocating for the right to access information, freedom of expression, transparency, and resilience against disinformation and cybersecurity threats. In line with this commitment, the YDC participated in the Forum on Internet […]
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By Ana Belén Aguilera Albán, Santiago Martín Loza Mata – Fundación Datalat In Ecuador, citizen trust in political institutions is in a sharper decline than the regional average, representing a central challenge for strengthening democracy and youth participation. Young people face significant barriers to their development and […]
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by Harouna Drabo Since 2021, the security crisis has plunged several states in the region into political instability, marked by a series of coups d’état. In the wake of these constitutional upheavals, an anti-democratic narrative has taken root, widely relayed on digital platforms and fed by false […]
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by René Edouard Mendis Artificial intelligence (AI) is profoundly transforming our societies. Discreet but powerful, this digital revolution is reshaping the way we govern, inform ourselves and make decisions. According to the Government AI Readiness Index 2024, more than 50 countries are already assessing their level of […]
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Join us for a dynamic session introducing the Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI), the first-ever global tool measuring youth inclusion in civic and political life. Developed by the European Partnership for Democracy (EPD) and the Centre for Elections, Democracy, Accountability and Representation (CEDAR) at the University of […]
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by Thobekile Matimbe Background The incidence of crackdowns on free speech in the Sahel Region is concerning, with a glance at the historical context signalling underlying causes of digital repression and authoritarianism. The region has recorded several fluid political transitions, with numerous coups. Regarding regional cooperation of […]
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In this interactive session, we’ll dive into the foundations of designing a powerful PLI (Political Leadership Incubator) for political entrepreneurs and innovators. You’ll learn how to identify talent, structure transformational curriculums, and support decision-makers from idea to impact. Walk away with tools, real-world examples, and your own […]
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by Mame Diarra Diop Access to information is a right guaranteed by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which states in Article 19 that “everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive […]
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