Accurate data is a vital part of effective planning and decision-making, especially when it concerns the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Read More

All evidence shows that having more women involved in decision-making is beneficial to everyone. A key priority for CLGF in terms of both advocacy and practical activities. Read More

Local Economic Development is an important focus of much of CLGFs work. Working with a diverse range of partners to support and mainstream LED, local government is boosting local economies by increasing jobs and livelihoods. Read More

Local government was firmly in the spotlight at the 6th European Union African Union summit last week. With a whole day dedicated to cities and regions on 14 February. Read More

Why is academic research so important to local government and decision-making, as we go forward. Graham Sansom, Associate Editor of CLGF's academic journal, explains. Read More

After a successful opening day of the East Africa Local Government Forum, the second day began with feedback from the participants on the key outcomes that had emerged. Read More