Archive for 2021
The Mad Queen of the South – Wardah Noor
Written by Syed Ommer Amer All fairy tales start with the phrase “once upon a time” but the story of Wardah Noor is not a fairy tale with a prince charming or a happily-ever-after. It is a saga of relentless struggles and miseries faced by a woman from her patriarchal community. It is the epitome of…
Read MoreYouth engagement in policy making
Written by Momina Sahar International Youth Day is commemorated annually on August 12th to draw attention to issues concerning the youth and the fundamental causes of such issues. It provides an opportunity to raise awareness about youth engagement in political, cultural and legal issues and contributes to creating stronger and more inclusive communities. In a…
Read MoreNominate conscious music artists for the Accountability Music Awards
Music is an essential way to get citizens involved in anti-corruption reform by shifting norms and behaviors. For many African citizens, corruption is one of the most serious challenges they face. Many reports show citizens are losing faith in governments and institutions as a result, making it a serious problem in need of solutions. The…
Read MoreAccountability Music Awards opens nominations for 2021
Nominations have officially opened for the 2021 Accountability Music Awards (AMAs). The 2021 AMAs are a collaboration between Accountability Lab, the ONE Campaign and the African Union to honour African musicians whose music calls out the vice of corruption or advocates for good governance through the fight against corruption. By providing a platform for conscious musicians, the…
Read MoreMali: Accountability Lab engagé dans la consolidation de la démocratie et du vivre ensemble à travers le projet ‘’Accountability film school’’
Du 27 septembre au 02 octobre 2021, six boursiers ont suivi une formation dans le cadre de Accountability film school, un projet de Accountability Lab Mali et financé par National Endowment for Democracy (NED). Le 2 Octobre 2021, les boursiers ont présenté un film à la presse qu’ils ont réalisé à l’issue de leur formation.…
Read MoreMoussa Kondo : « Plus jamais, l’organisation des élections ne doit être comme un jeu d’enfants… »
La formation des lauréats du programme Accountability film school a pris fin, ce 2 octobre 2021, à l’issue de cours théoriques et pratiques sur la production cinématographique, dans les locaux de l’ONG, à Magnabougou. Les travaux ont été sanctionnée par la présentation d’un film produit pas les lauréats, preuve de l’assimilation des cours dispensés par…
Read MoreLack of political will deepening underdevelopment in Akwa Ibom communities – Survey
A survey carried out by Accountability Lab Nigeria, in collaboration with Ford foundation, has revealed that lack of political will by elected representatives has remained one of the factors causing underdevelopment in some communities in Akwa Ibom State. The Program and Learning Manager of Accountability Lab Nigeria, Mrs Ehi Grace, who stated this on Saturday…
Read MoreTravaillez avec nous en RDC
Assistant/e financier/ère Accountability Lab (AL) met la gouvernance au service des citoyens du monde entier en soutenant les citoyens actifs, les dirigeants responsables et les institutions responsables. Nous réimaginons la manière de renforcer la redevabilité pour soutenir un monde dans lequel les ressources sont utilisées de manière judicieuse, les décisions profitent à tous de manière…
Read MoreLGBTQI+ enforcing their existence
The LGBTQI+ community is doing it for themselves, enforcing their rights and celebrating their existence. Deekay Sibanda takes a closer look. September is national Pride month in South Africa. LGBTQI+ people commemorate the month by organising different activities and events to celebrate their identity and the diversity of their community. Activities also raise awareness around…
Read MoreCommunity and Communication in a Covid-19 Internship
By Marlee Moore Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, my summer as an intern at the Accountability Lab occurred remotely. In the midst of the pandemic, there were unconventional challenges and experiences for a typical summer internship. Despite the pandemic and working remotely for the Lab, I however developed a sense of belonging within my team…
Read MoreEngaging faculty members on prevention and peace building project launch
The Vice-Chancellor of Karachi University, Professor Dr Khalid Mahmood Iraqi on Thursday said that like other developed countries we have to excel in the field of science and technology to achieve our developmental goals. He mentioned that we cannot ignore the fact that science and technology have played a very important role in changing today’s…
Read MoreNkulumane rapper on orphanage fundraising drive
Mbulelo Mpofu/Yvonne Ncube, Showbiz Reporters Nkulumane rapper Oxzy understands the social responsibility that artistes have and as such, the $ for 2 singer has taken it upon himself to improve the welfare of the needy. Oxzy (real name Othiniel Mpofu) and other youths have embarked on a project to assist inmates at Qinisani Day Care…
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