We partnered with AUDA-NEPAD to develop the Citizen Engagement Platform (CEP), an ambitious project aimed at empowering African citizens to take an active role in shaping policies and driving innovation. Funded by the German Development Cooperation (GIZ), this initiative aligns with the African Union's Agenda 2063, which emphasizes the importance of citizen participation as key to achieving continental integration, peace, and prosperity.
Over the past two years, we have worked to create a platform that enables both digital and non-digital engagement, allowing citizens across Africa to contribute to policy design and co-create solutions with governments. The platform operates on two levels: at the AU level, facilitating continent-wide engagement, and at the country or institution level, encouraging localized interaction.
The platform is designed to host consultations by policymakers, engage citizens in discussions and collaboration, and support co-creation with developers and civic specialists. The platform has already facilitated over 20+ engagements and gained more than 400+ registered users, demonstrating its potential for widespread impact.
This is the first digital engagement platform of its kind developed by Africans for Africans. It incorporates context-specific features tailored to the unique needs of African citizens. Looking ahead, we aim to grow the platform into an open-source community where governments, developers, and civic organizations can collaborate to expand its reach and impact.
For more information, visit the Citizen Engagement Platform here.
