A historic commitment to reimagining the evidence-informed policy and decision-making ecosystem in Africa, signed by regional leaders at E2A 2026.
The declaration outlines five strategic pillars to build resilient, African-owned evidence systems that drive sustainable development.
Ensuring evidence is accessible, transparent, and inclusive of local communities, redefining whose knowledge counts in policy design.
Embedding monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) frameworks directly into national governance and ministerial decision-making.
Recognizing, trusting, and empowering local researchers, data banks, and academic institutions to lead the policy dialogue.
Fostering cross-border collaboration, knowledge sharing, and coordination to translate evidence into action at scale.
Leveraging digital tools, data science, and artificial intelligence responsibly to accelerate evidence synthesis and public trust.
The Accra Declaration has been signed and endorsed by prominent leaders, policymakers, and regional institutions.
Former Prime Minister, Guinea • ICED Board
Former Chief of Staff, Republic of Ghana
President & CEO, ICED
Executive Director, PASGR