The 2026 Ghana Civil Society Forum (GCSF) will be honoured by the participation of H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, as Guest of Honour, underscoring the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration in promoting democratic consolidation and national development. The event will bring together over 800 participants from across Ghana and beyond to […]

The University of Ghana Debate Society has paid a courtesy call on STAR-Ghana Foundation and the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) to express appreciation for the support received through the Civil Society Strengthening Programme (CSSP) following their victory in the Pan-African Shifting the Power Youth Debate. The team, which won both the national and […]

Introduction In recent years, Ghana has seen a commendable rise in the number of women appointed to senior positions in government. From ministers and deputy ministers to ambassadors and high-ranking public offices, women are increasingly occupying leadership spaces hitherto considered off-limits for women. These strides are often celebrated as signs of progress toward gender equality […]

Background Volunteerism is a key driver of national development, social cohesion, and active citizenship. Across Africa, individuals and communities continue to contribute their time, skills, and expertise to address social challenges and advance collective wellbeing. This tradition of voluntary action is deeply rooted in African societies, where mutual support, communal labour, and civic responsibility have […]

A coalition of fourteen civil society organizations, including the STAR-Ghana Foundation has filed an application to join the Supreme Court proceedings regarding the constitutionality of the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959). Our intervention is rooted in a shared commitment to constitutionalism, institutional integrity, and the preservation of independent anti-corruption institutions established […]

The University of Ghana has emerged as the overall winner of the Pan-African Grand Finale of the Shifting the Power Youth Debate, defeating teams from Zambia and Malawi in a highly competitive contest that celebrated youth leadership, policy innovation and locally driven development solutions.The debate, organised under the Shifting the Power Programme, brought together young […]

As West Africa faces a surge in violent extremism and political instability, a new frontline of defense is emerging: a unified network of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) spanning three nations. At STAR-Ghana Foundation’s 7th Northern Ghana Security Dialogue, the Cross-Border CSO Security Forum took centre stage, signalling a shift from purely military responses toward community-led, […]

At the Akayet Hotel in Bolgatanga, voices from Ghana, Burkina Faso, and Togo converged for the 7th Northern Ghana Security Dialogue and Cross-Border Civil Society Organizations (CSO) Forum, convened by STAR-Ghana Foundation under the Strengthening Systems for Resilience against Extremism (SURE) Project. The gathering brought together state and non-state actors, traditional authorities, and civil society […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation invites applications from qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Finance and Administration Manager. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, multi-donor environment by strengthening financial management systems, enhancing operational efficiency, and upholding the highest standards of accountability and compliance. We are seeking a strategic and highly organized […]

In the remote border communities of Northern Ghana, the fabric of social cohesion is both a cherished tradition and a frontline defence. Where unemployment, inequality, and isolation can create fractures, the strength of community bonds determines resilience. This understanding is at the heart of the Strengthening Systems for Resilience Against Extremism (SURE) Project, implemented by […]

How the SURE Project is Creating Pathways to Economic Empowerment and Strengthening Community Resilience in Northern Ghana In the remote border communities of Northern Ghana, daily life is shaped by both tradition and uncertainty. These communities, positioned close to Ghana’s northern frontier with Burkina Faso, serve as vital cultural and economic gateways. Yet their proximity […]