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Jordan Design Report 2018-2020

Jordan undertook a highly collaborative co-creation process. This process resulted in an action plan that promises to open new avenues for Jordanians to participate in their government. In particular, Jordan committed to engaging civil society and the public in national…

South Africa 1 – Credit – Vulekamali

Open Money, Open Government

Through the Treasury, the South African government has invested in opening up budget information at the national and provincial levels. This has seen South Africa becoming a global leader in the Open Budget Survey.

Nigeria – End SARS – Credit – Ehimetalor Akhere Unuabona via Unsplash

Increasing Oversight, Decreasing Police Violence

The unchecked use of violence and intimidation by the Nigerian police is a serious threat to the functioning of its civic space. By including commitments to rebuild civic space and introduce police oversight processes, the Nigerian government shows that it is working to strengthen the ties to its public.

Seychelles – Fisheries Transparency – Credit – Imran Ahmad for the Seychelles Tourism Board

Leading the Way For a More Transparent and Sustainable Fishing Economy

With the future of the world’s fisheries facing serious threats due to overfishing, Seychelles is the first nation to publish its report in Partnership with the Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI). This small island nation is working to protect the future of this sector, upon which its people and economy are massively dependent.

Action plan – Makueni, Kenya, 2021 – 2022

Overview At-a-Glance Action Plan: Action plan - Makueni, Kenya, 2021 - 2022 Action Plan Submission: 2021 Action Plan End: June 2022 Lead Institution: The Department of Finance and Socio Economic Planning, The Department of Devolution, County Administration, Participatory Development, Youth…

Action plan – Shama, Ghana, 2021 – 2027

Overview At-a-Glance Action Plan: Action plan - Shama, Ghana, 2021 - 2027 Action Plan Submission: 2021 Action Plan End: December 2027 Lead Institution: Office of the District Coordinating Director, Shama District Assembly, District Planning Coordinating Unit, Shama District Assembly, Department…

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