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Accra, Oct 14, GNA – The Ford Foundation, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, Luminate, and Open Society Foundation have launched a $20 million West Africa Democracy Fund (WADF) to renew and strengthen democracy across the region.

A statement issued by the Ford Foundation, copied to the Ghana News Agency said the fund, targeted at supporting West African states currently facing various democratic challenges, would, over a period of three years, support activities to increase citizens’ engagement with democratic and political transitions in the respective countries.

Mr. Darren Walker, President of Ford Foundation said: “I am grateful for the collaboration of our philanthropic, civil society, and government partners, as we launch the West Africa Democracy Fund, which follows the lead of the people of West Africa as they work to strengthen the foundations of democracy and build a more resilient future.

“Research has shown the inextricable link between the rising decline of democracy across West Africa and rising inequality, therefore these issues must be addressed simultaneously.

“Greater citizen participation in democratic processes is needed to fully realize a peaceful, inclusive democracy that empowers citizens to build a society that is more just, and that contributes to greater prosperity and stable economy.

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