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West Africa Democracy Fund Advances First Grantmaking Cycle

West Africa Democracy Fund Advances First Grantmaking Cycle

by Ndeye Aita Sarr | Sep 8, 2026 | West Africa Democracy Fund

The West Africa Democracy Fund (WADF) has reached a major milestone in its first grantmaking cycle, following the completion of a comprehensive review of applications submitted under its inaugural call for proposals. Launched in April, the call sought to support...

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