The internet has changed how violence happens. Our response must change too. There was a time when gender-based violence was largely discussed in terms of what happened in homes, workplaces, schools and public spaces. Today, violence can follow someone into their bedroom through a smartphone. It can arrive as a threatening message, a manipulated photograph, a fake social media account, persistent online harassment, cyberstalking, sexual blackmail, intimate-image abuse or an A

Moving from AI Adoption to Responsible AI Leadership Category: Artificial Intelligence | Governance | Digital Transformation | Civil Society Reading Time: 12–15 minutes Author: Centre for Human Development (CHD) Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming part of everyday operations for non-governmental organisations—from grant writing and research to programme management and communications. Yet many organisations have adopted AI without establishing the governance systems ne

"Technology changes lives only when people trust it." Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare around the world. Across Africa, AI has the potential to expand access to healthcare, improve diagnosis, strengthen disease surveillance, optimise hospital systems, and support overstretched health workers. But innovation alone is not enough. Healthcare depends on trust. Patients must trust that their information is protected. Health professionals must trust AI rec

Every year, thousands of research studies are conducted across Africa. Reports are written. Data is collected. Findings are presented. Yet many communities continue to face the same challenges. Why? Because research alone does not create change. Real impact happens when evidence moves beyond reports and enters communities, institutions, and decision-making spaces where action can occur. This post explores how to bridge the gap between research and community impact by focusing

The conversation around artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare has gained momentum worldwide. AI tools now assist in diagnostics, predict health trends, and support medical research. Yet, for women’s health in Sub-Saharan Africa, the challenge goes beyond technology. The real issue lies in the gap between innovation and access. Many women still face poor health outcomes despite advances in medical knowledge and AI capabilities. This post explores how AI can help improve w

Africa stands at a pivotal moment. The future of the continent is not just about economic growth or technological advances. It is about the young women who will shape the next decades. Their health, education, and opportunities will determine the path Africa takes. The CHDA 2026–2031 Strategic Cycle offers a clear plan to place Africa’s daughters at the center of progress, focusing on health justice and resilience. This roadmap is more than a vision; it is the foundation for