Charles Vandyck

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Charles Kojo Vandyck is a development practitioner, thought leader, and advocate for transformative change in majority-world communities. As the Head of Capacity Development at WACSI and a member of the RINGO Systems Change initiative, Charles has been instrumental in strengthening civil society organisations to drive sustainable, community-led impact. With credentials as a certified Change the Game Academy Master Trainer and an IFC-Learning and Performance Institute Trainer, he blends a wealth of practical expertise with a deep passion for leadership development, organisational growth, and systems transformation. Charles is also a recognised podcaster, amplifying critical conversations on global development, equity, and innovation.

Exclusive articles:

The Early Impact of Trump’s Second Term on Africa and the Global Majority

As we approach February 10, barely three weeks into Donald Trump’s second term as President of the United States, it is becoming painfully clear...

The Niger Coup – A Regional Wake-up Call for Sustainable Stability

In the wake of the coup in Niger, West Africa finds itself at a crossroads, facing a critical juncture that demands introspection and immediate...

Under the Mango Tree: A Conversation on Africa, Aid, and Agency

The afternoon sun filters through the mango leaves, casting dappled shadows on the ground. A gentle breeze stirs the air, carrying the distant hum...

Understanding CSO Business Models: A Guide to Sustainable Impact in the African Terrain

Explore how African Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) sustain impact amid shrinking aid and civic restrictions. This article examines CSO business models, revenue strategies, and their unique role in advancing social justice and inclusive development.

What Young Africans Can Learn from Yvonne Mpambara’s Bold Bid for Uganda’s Presidency

Meet Yvonne Mpambara, a young Ugandan lawyer and activist challenging the status quo by running for presidency in 2026, inspiring others to harness their youth as a leadership resource.

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Turning a Tomato Glut into a Pathway for Food Security

Mahama’s tomato purchase spotlights Ghana’s food glut crisis and weak systems that waste farmers’ harvests.

Africa’s Currency Paradox and the Push for De-Dollarisation 

Ghana’s Education Minister highlights currency dependence, BRICS strategies, and the push for a common African currency

6th UPSA Annual Leadership Lecture – Africa’s Currency Future in Focus

UPSA’s 6th Annual Leadership Lecture explored Africa’s economic sovereignty, de-dollarisation, and lessons from BRICS for a common currency.

The Geopolitics & Geo-Economics of De-Dollarisation: BRICS Currency Strategy, Lessons for Africa’s Common Currency, and Beyond

Despite political independence, Africa’s economies remain tied to foreign currencies, sparking renewed calls for financial sovereignty at the UPSA Annual Leadership Lecture.
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