Kigali provided the setting for a gathering of prominent local government decision-makers from across East Africa in the first week of October. Read More

Another boost for Commonwealth women in local government, as Ms Gertrude Rose Gamwera is appointed Secretary-General of the East Africa Local Governments Association. Read More

CLGF was very happy recently to receive a visit from the President of ALGON, Hon Kolade Alabi, to discuss ways in which the two organisations could work more closely. Read More

CLGF joined forces last week with partners in East Africa to hold an important two-day event on Local Economic Development for promoting EAC regional trade and economic growth. Read More

As we approach October and the next round of the Bloomberg Cities Challenge, we take a closer look at the proposals from the thirteen Commonwealth cities, who were among 50 Champion Cities selected. They will all resubmit an improved version of their applications and, at the end of 2021, 15 of the 50 will become Grand Prize Winners and each receive $1M to bring their ideas to life. Read More