Strengthening Democratic Foundations in Africa: Civic Engagement, Security, and Inclusive Governance

Name: Strengthening Democratic Foundations in Africa: Civic Engagement, Security, and Inclusive Governance
Start: 2025-09-18T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-18T12:00:00-04:00
Location: Jay Conference Midtown East, 515 Madison Avenue, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10022, USA

KDI will host a high-level side event during the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) in New York, under the theme ‘Strengthening democratic foundations in Africa: From old to emerging forms of cooperation’.

This event convenes leaders from government, civil society, academia, and multilateral institutions to explore actionable strategies for democratic consolidation, civic engagement, and inclusive governance in Africa.

Objectives of the Side Event

Highlight the role of civic engagement and inclusive governance in fostering peace and resilience across African nations.
Examine the balance between security imperatives and the protection of civic freedoms in contemporary African contexts.
Showcase emerging partnerships and collaborative frameworks supporting institutional strengthening, democratic resilience, and youth participation.
Facilitate dialogue among policymakers, development partners, and civil society leaders on innovative approaches to democratic consolidation.