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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What the World Got Wrong: Lessons in Resilience from Africa — Why This Matters Now More Than Ever

Africa's narrative shaped by vulnerability, COVID-19 predictions sparked concern, but is this limiting view justified?

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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Ghana’s Gold Gambit; Welcome the Ambition, Demand the Governance

Ghana’s new GoldBod policy mandates 30% gold sales to the state from July 2026. A reserves and cedi boost, but the real development test is accountability.

Re-imagining the Republic: Reflections from the 4th Ghana Civil Society Forum 2026

Leaders at the 4th Ghana Civil Society Forum 2026 tackled democratic consolidation and inclusive development as civic space shrinks and aid models shift.

Can Civil Society and IFIs Build a New Social Contract?

Development sector disruption: Bridging the language gap between civil society and IFIs for co-created, sustainable development outcomes that deliver real impact.

Is Indiscipline Ghana’s Real Super Power?

A thought-provoking reflection on indiscipline in Ghana and its impact on civic responsibility, everyday life, and national development.
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