What ACDEG is all about?
The Charter serves as a comprehensive framework that defines the international standards for good governance and democratic practices across the African continent.
When was it Adopted?
Adopted on January 30, 2007, entering into force on February 15, 2012, the Charter has been signed by 46 countries, with 39 having ratified and deposited the instrument.
How CSOs can support the ACDEG Agenda?
ACDEG seeks to promote:
- Popularising and ensuring the uptake of ACDEG
- Advocacy, awareness raising, agenda setting in some cases, asking countries to uphold their commitment to report on ACDEG implementation
- Increasing in-country domestication and implementation of ACDEG, inform voters, build capacity (of citizens, other stakeholders, or of officials)
