Hon. Cynthia Mbamalu of YIAGA Africa shared insights on The Role of SIECs in Grassroots Democracy, calling for transparency, inclusion & public trust in local electoral processes. #FOSIECON2025 #PLASIEC #GoodGovernance

Our dominant thoughts become our reality. Let these words from our Director of Programmes Cynthia Mbamalu at the ongoing Community Organizing Institute sit with you. #COI2025 #YouthLeadership #WestAfrica #Changemakers

Day 2 of COI3025 was a powerful display of purposeful leadership in action, as participants worked through campaign strategies and community-driven projects aimed at strengthening democracy across West Africa. Their focus, collaboration, and commitment to meaningful change

TYiaga Africa is on a mission in Anambra State! Our team, led by Cynthia Mbamalu Cynthia Mbamalu, Safiya Bichi, and Prince Gabriel Prince Gabriel Gutap, have been engaging with key agencies ahead of the governorship election. #NigeriaElections #Democracy #Advocacy

Yiaga Africa is on a mission in Anambra State! Our team, led by Cynthia Mbamalu Cynthia Mbamalu, Safiya Bichi, and Prince Gabriel Gutap Prince Gabriel, has been engaging with key agencies ahead of the governorship election. We're advocating for a peaceful and credible poll.

Young women in politics, are you ready? 🇬🇭 Ghana, it’s your turn! Applications are now open for the Young Women in Politics Organising Lab, a 2-day fully funded leadership bootcamp in Accra. Powered by Yiaga Africa, WILAN, GenCED West Africa, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry

Ahead of the November 8 Anambra governorship election, Yiaga Africa brought together CSOs and the media to strengthen collaboration for credible and peaceful polls. The engagement offered fresh insights into the state’s political landscape and reinforced our shared commitment to

If we want credible elections, we can’t ignore Constitution Reform. What changes are needed to strengthen Nigeria’s democracy? Cynthia Mbamalu joins us on the #OfficeOfTheCitizen show tonight at 8pm to unpack it. LIVE on UpgradeTV. Don't miss it!

"The law is clear on when campaigns should commence, but... we've seen campaigns happening when there is a law prohibiting it." Cynthia Mbamalu says the prevalence of early political campaigns in Nigeria reflects a culture of impunity among politicians.

FCT WARD/RA LEVEL #CVR EXERCISE. 📅 Sept 29 – Oct 8, 2025 🕘 9:00am – 3:00pm daily (including weekends) 📍 All 62 Wards + 6 LGA Offices + 1 FCT Office ✅ New Voters (18+) ✅ Collect/Transfer PVC ✅ Replace Lost/Damaged PVC 🚫 No Multiple Registration. Pre-Online Registration

What do Gen Zs really think about Nigeria and the state of our democracy? What issues get them fired up enough to switch on their mics and cameras, and which ones spark a full-blown dragging session online? Dive into our Gen Z Blog Series to find out what’s shaping their

Cynthia Mbamalu speaking on the expectations for the INEC Chairman designate, Prof. Amupitan youtube.com/watch?v=fwXpN8…

Research and Development is how industries gain valuable learnings, generate new ideas and inform better decisions and democracy is no exception. Last week, as members of the global network organising People’s Assemblies in Nigeria, Yiaga Africa represented by Cynthia Mbamalu and

Happy Birthday, Cynthia Mbamalu! We celebrate your inspiring leadership and unwavering commitment to youth and women’s inclusion in governance. Wishing you greater impact and fulfillment ahead! From all of us Mentoring Individual's Dream Initiative

The South-South Convergence says #MovementsMatter Find out more via southsolidarity.yiaga.org for more information. #SouthSouthConvergence #ConnectedStruggles #ManyVoices Open Society Foundations

To examine how youth-led political movements are reshaping democracy and confronting authoritarianism across the Global South, Open Society Foundations and @Yiaga are co-hosting the “South-South Social Movements Convergence” in Cape Town 30 Oct to 2 Nov: southsolidarity.yiaga.org

Just 2 days until youth voices are heard loud and clear! Visit southsolidarity.yiaga.org to join the convergence conversations and uplift the power of young changemakers. #YouthLeadTheWay #SouthSouthConvergence #ConnectedStruggles #ManyVoices Open Society Foundations

After months of stories, edits, and reflections, #LifeUnscripted: Stories to Inspire and Empower is finally here! A collection of 45 deeply personal reflections shared to guide wandering minds. Grateful to all the contributors! 📘 Amazon Link: bit.ly/4hI1WK5

Cynthia Mbamalu speaking with NTA on the final preparations ahead of #AnambraDecides2025 LISTEN to the full interview via this link youtu.be/--5a9nDfZLo?si…

On this THANKSGIVING 2025, here’s my gratitude & appreciation to Yerp Naija & similar YOUTH-led organizations working on electoral & political reforms across #Africa. The continent urgently needs you now, more than ever before! Sharing lessons learned with young civic leaders in