Increasing the number of women in decision-making positions in local government is a priority for CLGF and, on 12 April, CLGF is hosting a Commonwealth Women in Local Government Workshop for the Southern Africa region on this topic. Read More

Decentralisation cannot be achieved without development at the local level, according to Cameroons Minister of Decentralisation and Local Development. Read More

Are you eligible to sign up for the new Commonwealth Youth for Sustainable Urbanisation Network? Do you want to play a part in ensuring that the rapid urbanisation facing our cities in the Commonwealth is dealt with effectively and sustainably? Read More

We are delighted to announce the 'soft launch' of a new network to secure the input of young people to address rapid urbanisation and secure sustainable development. Read More

The second Monday in March is when Commonwealth Day is celebrated each year, and today people from across the 54 member states of the Commonwealth will be marking the unique organisation. Read More

Womens empowerment to play a full role in local government planning and decision-making is a key priority for CLGF in advocacy and practical terms. Read More