A Decade of Transformative Work in African Land Governance

The SLGA Closing Workshop marked an incredible milestone, bringing together land experts, policymakers, academics, and partners from across Africa to reflect on a decade of progress and chart the future of land governance.

This was more than a celebration of achievements — it was a showcase of impact. Young researchers shared how SLGA shaped their careers. “SLGA changed my life,” says Dr. Diane Tapimali from Cameroon. “It gave me the skills and confidence to engage in land policy.” Ndeye Aminatou Thiam from Senegal adds, “The support helped me grow professionally and speak up as a young woman in land governance.” For Ntokozo Fortunate in South Africa, SLGA “turned my passion into a career and connected me to a continental network.” These stories highlight how SLGA’s support through the Network of Excellence on Land Governance in Africa (NELGA) goes beyond data — it transforms lives.

The workshop also celebrated institutional growth, launched the NELGA alumni network, unveiled the NELGA expert database, and brought together stakeholders to shape the future of African land governance.

Dr. Andreas Schaumayer, Dr. Joan Kagwanja, and Prof. Herbert Robinson reflected on the programme’s successes and challenges, calling on partners to “amplify what we have achieved.”

As SLGA closes its chapter in February 2026, NELGA begins a new journey — building on a decade of learning, partnerships, and impact to strengthen land governance across the continent.