About Us
Introducing West Africa’s first interactive Pan-Regional Learning Management System (LMS), a unique platform meticulously crafted to elevate civic education across the region. This groundbreaking system is curated to serve the entire West African populace, offering a comprehensive, accessible, and user-friendly space brimming with diverse educational resources, interactive learning modules, and engaging activities centered on civic responsibility, governance, and community development.
By using modern digital tools and fostering collaboration among schools, government bodies, and civil society groups, this LMS aims to equip citizens with the knowledge and skills they need to participate actively and responsibly in their democracy. It represents a meaningful step forward in building informed and engaged communities throughout West Africa. Civic space, misinformation, and political apathy. Whether you’re a first-time voter, a youth leader, or a community advocate, KnowWestAfrica is your space to learn and lead.
Regional Coverage
Serving all West African countries with localised active civic content and culturally relevant materials.
Local Languages
Content delivered in some selected ECOWAS standard languages, including English, French, Portuguese, Hausa, and expanding to include Twi, Yoruba, Creole, and Wolof.
Comprehensive Education
Our repository is a treasure trove, encompassing governance, elections & voting, legal rights, climate justice, youth activism, taxation, fiscal transparency, budgeting, domestic violence, parliamentary transparency, globalization, and a myriad of other topics, ensuring a comprehensive education for all. Whatever your interest, Know West Africa has got you covered.
How We Do It
Digital Learning Modules
Self-paced, accessible courses on voting, governance, human rights, elections, political accountability, and more.
Local Languages
To reach underserved communities, content is delivered in selected ECOWAS standard languages, including English, French, Portuguese, Hausa, and expanding to include Twi, Yoruba, Creole, and Wolof.
Stories and Insights from Active Citizens
Real stories from real citizens, first-time voters, and youths showing how everyday people are shaping democracy in their communities.
Campus Storms and Community Engagements
We partner confidently with tertiary education campuses, senior and junior high schools, and basic schools to empower young people to actively engage in and understand civic activities early on, preparing them to become responsible members of society. Our community efforts genuinely connect with a broader, more diverse group of people, sharing the positive message of active citizenship and inspiring everyone to get involved.
Podcasts
Our podcast platform features conversations with seasoned civic actors and global influencers sharing insights from their fields.
Why We Do It
KnowWestAfrica is more than just a platform, it is a vibrant regional community dedicated to fostering active civic engagement and social responsibility. Our mission is to cultivate informed, educated citizens who actively participate in shaping their societies. Through education, dialogue, storytelling and collaboration, we aim to empower individuals to contribute meaningfully to their communities and the broader region, promoting sustainable development and civic pride.
Bridges the civic knowledge gap in both urban and rural communities
Counters misinformation through verified, engaging content
Promotes political participation especially among youth, women, and marginalized groups
Fosters active citizenship and peaceful democratic engagement across West Africa
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