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 Citizens’ Bureau- A Beacon of Hope for Ghana’s Democracy

As an attendee at the inauguration of the Citizens' Bureau on July 31, 2023, I am overwhelmed with optimism for the transformative potential this historic...

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 Engine of Resilience: Re-imagining Non-Profit Success as 2026 Begins

As the world crosses into 2026, Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) across the Global Majority, Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific find themselves...

The Five Income Streams African Non-Profits Must Have by 2036

For decades, many African non-profit organisations have depended heavily on grants from international donors. These grants have supported important work in health, education, governance,...

The Next Billion-Dollar Investment Should Be in Civil Society Infrastructure

Civil society infrastructure: the unseen networks that strengthen democracy, resilience, and sustainable development.

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Who Benefits from Africa’s Underdevelopment? A Critical Reflection on Power, Decolonisation and Locally Led Development

Rich in resources, yet 464M in extreme poverty. It's time to ask: Who benefits from Africa's continued underdevelopment?

Who Owns Restoration? Land Tenure Is the Missing Variable in Ghana’s Climate Resilience Agenda

Up to 40% of global land is degraded. Why land restoration is now central to climate, food security and livelihoods at COP17.

How African CSOs Can Turn Climate Finance and Natural Capital into Sustainable Income

Decades of reliance on donor grants is under pressure. Why African non-profits must rethink income, control, and financial sustainability.

How African Non-Profits Can Build Real Sovereignty Through Endowments and Long-Term Funds

African non-profits are trapped in grant cycles. True sustainability means building organizational sovereignty and control over resources.
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