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SUMMARY:2026 Public Policy Analysis Course
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 21 – 23, 2026\nTime:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily\nVenue: Mansel Hotel, Yaoundé, Cameroon\nRegister now ( https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/rnv550jBK6beFI1e13Y7pU3wL )\nTheme: “Evidence to Impact: Strengthening Public Policy Leadership in Central Africa”\nBackground\nCentral Africa faces increasingly complex development challenges, including fiscal constraints, youth unemployment, climate change, regional insecurity, digital transformation, and the implementation of continental initiatives such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Addressing these challenges requires stronger public institutions capable of designing and implementing evidence-informed policies that deliver sustainable and inclusive development outcomes.\nAcross the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), persistent capacity gaps in policy analysis, implementation, coordination, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring continue to undermine policy effectiveness. These challenges are further compounded by geopolitical uncertainty, declining development finance, global fragmentation, and rapid technological change, highlighting the need for adaptive, innovative, and collaborative approaches to policymaking.\nIn line with the aspirations of the African Union Agenda 2063, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG), and the African Governance Architecture, strengthening policy leadership and institutional capacity has become essential to advancing good governance and sustainable development across the region.\nRecognizing these evolving policy demands, the Nkafu Policy Institute, a leading Think Tank of the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is organizing the 2026 edition of the Public Policy Analysis Course (PPAC). Since its inception, the PPAC has served as a premier regional capacity-building platform designed to equip policymakers, researchers, civil society leaders, development practitioners, and private sector actors with practical knowledge and analytical tools for developing effective public policies.\nThe 2026 edition seeks to move beyond traditional policy analysis by emphasizing policy leadership, evidence-informed decision-making, policy innovation, strategic communication, and implementation excellence. Through a combination of expert-led sessions, case studies, simulations, and practical exercises, participants will strengthen their ability to translate research into actionable policy solutions capable of addressing Central Africa’s most pressing development challenges.\nObjectives\nThe PPAC aims to:\n\nBuild participants’ capacity in public policy analysis by equipping them with theoretical frameworks and practical tools.\nSupport evidence-based policy making tailored to ECCAS-specific challenges by addressing how issues are identified, prioritized, and introduced onto the public agenda.\nDevelop participants’ leadership, communication, and advocacy skills to enhance policy engagement, stakeholder management, and policy uptake.\n\nExpected Outcomes\nBy the end of the course, participants will:\n\nEnhance Technical Proficiency: Develop skills in policy analysis, evaluation, and implementation.\nFormulate Actionable Recommendations: Learn to craft concrete and practical policy recommendations based on sound analysis.\nImprove Writing Skills: Gain expertise in producing compelling, evidence-based opinion pieces advocating for policy reform.\nDesign Advocacy Plans: Create comprehensive advocacy strategies that include clear objectives, target audiences, messages, and tactical approaches.\nMaster Advocacy Techniques: Acquire communication and advocacy skills critical for influencing policy decisions.\nStrengthen Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate the ability to effectively engage diverse stakeholders to advance policy reforms and governance initiatives.\nStrengthen Policy Leadership Capacity: Develop the ability to lead policy reform processes, build coalitions, and facilitate evidence-informed decision-making within institutions.\n\nTarget Audience\nThe course is tailored for:\n\nThink Tank Professionals: Researchers and analysts involved in public policy evaluation within ECCAS countries.\nGovernment Officials: Policymakers responsible for formulating, implementing, and assessing public policies.\nCivil Society Leaders: Advocates working on policy reform initiatives.\nDevelopment Practitioners: Professionals from international organizations focused on policy improvements.\nPrivate Sector and Media Representatives: Stakeholders engaged in public-private partnerships and policy advocacy.\n\nParticipation Requirements\nParticipants are required to meet the following criteria:\n\nHave a background or active interest in public policy analysis, governance, or advocacy.\nPay the required participation fees:\n\nStudents: 20,000 XAF\nEarly-Career Researchers and Professionals: 30,000 XAF\n\n\n\nThe course is limited to 25 attendees in the Central Africa region.\nDetailed Course Content\nThe PPAC will include the following modules, delivered through a combination of lectures, case studies, and group exercises:\n\nIntroduction to Public Policy and the Policy Cycle\nPolicy Analysis Techniques\nPolicy Impact and Evaluation\nIdentifying Policy Gaps\nEffective Policy Writing\nPolicy Windows and Timing\nLeveraging Digital Technologies for Policy Influence \nDisseminating research findings to Policymakers and shaping public opinion \nPublic Policy Advocacy (tools and techniques)\nEngaging Stakeholders in Policymaking\nPolicy Leadership and Managing Reform\nFrom Recommendations to Results: Policy Uptake and Implementation\n\nFormat, Date, and Venue\n\nFormat: In-person\nDate: October 21-23, 2026 (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily).\nVenue: Mansel Hotel, Yaoundé, Cameroon.\n\nEvaluation and Follow-Up\nThe evaluation process will include:\n\nPre- and post-course assessments to measure learning outcomes.\nIndividual and group assignments to evaluate practical application of concepts.\nParticipant feedback forms to improve future sessions.\n\nParticipants will remain engaged through a dedicated alumni network, quarterly virtual check-ins, and opportunities to contribute to policy discussions organized by the Nkafu Policy Institute.\nSelection Process and Timeline\nThe selection process will include the following steps:\n\nSubmission of an online application, including a motivation statement.\nReview and shortlisting of applications based on relevance and merit.\nNotification of selected participants by September 28, 2026.\n\nTimeline\n\nCall for Applications: August 15, 2026.\nApplication Deadline: September 20, 2026.\nApplication Screening: September 22 – 25, 2026.\nFinal Selection Announcement: September 28, 2026.\nPublic Policy Analysis Course in Yaoundé: October 21 – 23, 2026\n\nParticipation Payment\nParticipation fees cover:\n\nCertificate of participation.\nAccess to all workshop sessions.\nPrinted copies of event materials.\nMeals (lunch, and coffee).\n\nPayment Process:\nFees must be paid in full by October 9, 2026, via bank transfer or mobile payment. Payment details will be provided upon acceptance into the program.\nAbout the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation\nThe Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation was established to catalyze Africa’s economic transformation by focusing on social entrepreneurship, science and technology innovation, public health, and progressive policies that create economic opportunities for all. The Foundation partners with local governments, policymakers, private enterprises, civil society organizations, and development partners to expand resources available to entrepreneurs, farmers, and small business owners, improving individual livelihoods.\nAbout the Nkafu Policy Institute\nThe Nkafu Policy Institute is an African think tank with a mission to provide independent, in-depth, and insightful policy recommendations that enable all Africans to prosper in free, fair, democratic, and sustainable economies. The Institute’s team of analysts, experts, and researchers works on governance and democracy, health and education, peace and security, science and technology, and economic policy.\nContacts \nQuestions related to the organization of this event can be sent to:\nMs. Larissa Ntoubia, Research Associate – Economic Affairs Division (LNtoubia@foretiafoundation.org ( mailto:LNtoubia@foretiafoundation.org ))\nMr. Jengu Jengu Guy Beaudry, Research Associate – Governance and Democracy Division (BJengu@foretiafoundation.org ( mailto:(BJengu@foretiafoundation.org ))\nNkafu Policy Institute\nP: (+237) 222 31 15 84 / (+237) 654 86 72 54 www.nkafu.org ( http://www.nkafu.org )\nREGISTER NOW\n
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