What happens when communities, youth leaders, and development partners come together to reflect, learn, and co-create? You get a roadmap that’s not only strategic but deeply rooted in shared ownership and lived experience. On 5th August 2025, STAR-Ghana Foundation convened a lively Evaluation Dissemination and Co-Creation Workshop for the KofKro OurCity Backbone Project, commissioned by the project’s […]

We are excited to announce that our Executive Director, Ibrahim-Tanko Amidu, has been featured on the cover of DevelopmentReport.online under the headline: ? “Shepherding Indigenous Donor Support For National Development And Good Governance” In this in-depth feature, Alhaji Tanko reflects on STAR-Ghana Foundation’s journey in building indigenous philanthropic support, promoting inclusive development, and enhancing good governance through locallky led solutions. ? Read the full […]

We’re excited to share with you the official brochure for the Ghana Civil Society Forum 2025 #GCSF2025 — a key gathering to reflect, reimagine, and reposition civil society in Ghana. ? The brochure provides details on:✔️ The agenda✔️ Breakout sessions✔️ Speakers and moderators✔️ Key focus areas for civil society Click to download and read more:   pdfGSCF 2025 (31.34 MB)

Recent funding cuts and freezes by the U.S. Government (USG) have had a disruptive impact on Ghanaian civil society organizations (CSOs), many of which rely on foreign aid to deliver essential development and humanitarian services. These abrupt changes have jeopardized the continuity of critical programs, put vulnerable communities at risk, and raised serious concerns about […]

For over three years, young people in Koforidua have been leading grassroots movements aimed at transforming their city through advocacy, accountability, and civic participation. Driven by a bold vision to empower young people as leaders of local change, the KofKro “Our City” initiative has ignited a movement of civic-minded youth who are redefining what it […]

The National Peace Council (NPC), established by an Act of Parliament (Act 818, 2011), is mandated to prevent, manage, and resolve conflicts while building sustainable peace in Ghana. The NPC plays a vital role in promoting peace through facilitating mechanisms for conflict prevention, management, and resolution. Ensuring gender representativeness within the National Peace Council is crucial, as […]

In Ghana’s northern regions, proximity to borders, historical marginalization, and limited economic opportunities seem to be creating fertile ground for extremist tendencies/ideologies. Indeed, the risk of violent extremism looms large due to proximity to countries such as Burkina Faso. But thanks to the Security in Northern Ghana (SING III) Project, communities are flipping the narrative. Through grassroots […]

Want to Partner with STAR-Ghana Foundation on a National Event? STAR-Ghana Foundation invites eligible vendors and service providers to submit proposals for the provision of services for the upcoming Ghana Civil Society Forum, scheduled for 25th and 26th June 2025 in Accra. This is your chance to collaborate on a high-impact event that brings together key civil […]

At the heart of STAR-Ghana Foundation’s Security in Northern Ghana (SING III) Project is a powerful recognition: sustainable peace cannot exist without social inclusion. The project’s focus on empowering the marginalized—particularly ethnic minorities like the Fulbe, women, youth, and persons with disabilities—has become a defining cornerstone of resilience-building in vulnerable communities. Through its local partners—SAVE Ghana, Young Peace Ambassadors, Belim […]

Northern Ghana, a mosaic of ethnic identities and diverse traditions, has long been both a symbol of coexistence and, at times, a flashpoint for exclusion. Among the most marginalized are the Fulbe, often viewed through the lens of suspicion, stereotype, and misunderstanding. Under the SING III Project, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and […]

 What progress can be made in just 100 days? STAR-Ghana Foundation’s report detailing the current administration’s 100 Days in Office offers insights into key achievements, priorities, and the strategic direction of the government within its first three months. the Report titled “100 Days of Assessing Policy Actions and Social Equity in Ghana’s New Administration”  is also designed to engage […]