Whenever Civil Society Organizations are not represented in decision making, they are at risk of being left out or even becoming the target of others
About us
The Civic Advisory Hub-(CAH) was founded in 2020 to offer strategic advisory services, on merging and context-specific concerns, to, by, and for NPO stakeholders in Africa.
Anchored on the principle of inclusiveness, CAH strives to promote a safer working environment, where Civic Society can thrive to make a meaningful contribution to the transformation of their relevant countries where they operate.
Our Focus Areas
Programs to power Africa’s civic future
Our Initiatives
Building Bridges for Stronger Civil Society
The Leaders Talk - TLT
The Leaders Talk (TLT) is a vital, diplomacy-centered platform that fosters trust and mutual understanding between Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Government Inter-Agencies (GIAs) across Africa. Acknowledging that mistrust can hinder collaboration, TLT provides uniquely CSO-led, neutral engagement spaces for open and constructive dialogue. These forums allow stakeholders to engage candidly, navigate complex issues, and break down communication barriers in a safe and respectful environment.
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Africa Civil Society Initiative on AML/CFT
Recognizing the gaps in engagement between the regional NPO sector and AML/CFT regulatory authorities, CAH co-led the formation of the Africa Civil Society Initiative on AML/CFT. This platform aims to foster sustained dialogue and policy engagement, strengthening collaboration and mutual understanding between civil society and regulators.
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NPOs-Regulators Connect (NRC)
Under the NRC initiatiive, CAH conducted the National Trust Survey. It was informed by an ethos of trust, recognizing the need to address the shortcomings of previous and ongoing regulatory measures that have often been implemented with a punitive approach. Consequently, compliance has been driven more by fear of repercussions than by a genuine commitment to doing the right thing.
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Reach out to get answers to any question you might have on civic society across Africa. Together, we can create safer spaces for civic engagement.
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FATF Watch Africa
Access FREE, up-to-date data & insights on AML/TF risk levels across Africa. A vital resource for CSOs, donors, governments & partners, informing decisions & strategic partnerships in the evolving risk landscape.
Securitization Tracker
Track security threats to civil society with the Securitization Tracker. Using data, research & analysis, we expose how counterterrorism & national security narratives are misused to suppress fundamental freedoms across Africa.
What Our Clients Say
Trusted by organizations across the region
"Thank you CAH Team for keeping us updated even on online platforms like this. "
Judith Draleru Maturu
Executive Director, PICSA Uganda.
"Kudos CAH for the innovation and creativity. "
Charles Donaldson Ogira
Executive Director, Karamoja Rights Advocates Network.
"The Leaders Talk was a power packed session. Dear colleagues within the nonprofit sector in Cameroon this is useful for us. It provides insights on how we can better accompany, collaborate and engage the state to navigate the current situation with ML,TF and Grey-listing."
Sally Maforchi Mboumien, PhD
Common Action for Gender Development (COMAGEND).