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.

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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.

Youth Representation in African Governance: Moving Beyond Tokenism

On 18 July, 2024, I attended the 2024 ECOSOCC Citizens Forum on Democracy & Institutional Resilience at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra, Ghana. The...

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Mahama Directs Expansion of Security Services Recruitment

President John Dramani Mahama has directed an increase in recruitment...

Rethinking the International Development Ecosystem

Global development ecosystem faces a turning point: decades of Northern dominance create imbalances in decision-making, funding, and knowledge, sparking calls for reform.

Cultivating Impact: Why the Non-Profit Sector Should Prioritise Growth-Oriented Appraisals

Rethinking performance appraisals in non-profits: shifting from evaluation to growth-oriented systems to boost resilience, innovation, and impact.

Ghana’s Inflation Drops to 3.8% in January 2026, Signaling Strong Return to Price Stability

Ghana's inflation hits 3.8% in Jan 2026, lowest since 2021, marking 13th straight month of decline. Macroeconomic conditions and easing prices drive sustained disinflation trend.
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