NELGA Alumni Commit to Advancing Land Governance in Africa

The NELGA Alumni Workshop, held from July 7 to 11, 2025, brought together former scholarship recipients and past training and workshop participants to reflect on the network’s achievements and shape its future. The event underscored NELGA’s significant contribution to strengthening land governance systems and building expertise across Africa.

Over five days, participants engaged in interactive trainings, thought-provoking discussions, and hands-on exercises aimed at empowering alumni and fostering a strong, connected network. Sessions addressed key topics such as innovative fundraising strategies, lessons learned from other land governance networks across the continent, and practical approaches to effective communication, advocacy, and leadership.

At the heart of the workshop was the collective commitment of alumni to leverage their diverse skills, resources, and expertise in support of Africa’s land governance agenda. Participants worked collaboratively to craft a shared vision for a continental alumni network that will serve as a platform for knowledge exchange, mentorship, and policy influence.

By pledging their ongoing support and active engagement, alumni demonstrated their determination to ensure the sustainability and impact of the NELGA network well beyond the workshop. This renewed commitment signals an important step toward amplifying NELGA’s reach and fostering continued progress on land governance reforms across Africa, with alumni at the forefront of driving meaningful change in their respective countries and regions.