Juliet Nyarko Adansi: Advancing Gender Equality and Youth Empowerment Through Transformative Development Leadership
Today, we put the spotlight on Juliet Nyarko Adansi, one of our three Fellows. Juliet is a Ghanaian development practitioner passionate about advancing gender equality, youth empowerment, and inclusive education across Africa. She is committed to creating safe and...
Richmond Amada-Smith: A results-oriented development practitioner driving social impact in Ghana
In a time when effective leadership, accountability, and innovation are critical to sustainable development, Richmond Amada-Smith steadily distinguished himself as a committed development practitioner and project management professional with a strong passion for...
Cohort 2 of the Sora Kaufman Fellowship Kicks Off Intensive Training in Asiakwa
Three individuals selected for the second cohort of the prestigious Sora Kaufman Fellowship, have arrived safely at Asiakwa in the Abuakwa South Municipality of Ghana’s Eastern Region to on a two-week intensive training program. They are Amada-Smith Richmond, Bedzina...
A Powerful Finale: Celebrating Excellence at the 2025 ACA–PILIWA Moot Court Competition
After two weeks of rigorous advocacy, sharp legal reasoning, and inspiring displays of young talent, the 2025 ACA–PILIWA Moot Court Competition has officially come to a close — leaving behind not just winners, but a renewed sense of purpose for public interest law...
The 2025 ACA–PILIWA Moot Court Competition
Advocates for Community Alternatives (ACA)- Public Interest Lawyering Initiative for West Africa (PILIWA), in collaboration with the Caleb University College of Law, proudly announce the 2025 ACA–PILIWA Moot Court Competition. This year’s edition will take place in a...
ACA invests $240,000 in development projects across 30 Fanteakwa South communities
Advocates for Community Alternatives (ACA), an Accra-based international non-governmental organization, has injected $240,000 into various development initiatives across 30 communities in the Fanteakwa South District of the Eastern Region over the past five years....
MAPO and NMJD Renew Call for Justice Over Koidu Mining Abuses in Sierra Leone
A press conference held in Freetown, Sierra Leone, last Friday brought together members of the Marginalized Affected Property Owners Association (MAPO), their legal representatives, and senior officials of the Network Movement for Justice and Development (NMJD), to...
Court of Appeal Overturns High Court Ruling in Landmark Human Rights and Environmental Case
The Court of Appeal of Sierra Leone today delivered a significant judgment in the matter of Aiah Fengai & 73 Others v. Octea Limited & Others, overturning a prior High Court decision that had struck out the plaintiffs' claims for lack of jurisdiction. In a...
Second mangrove planting strengthens climate resilience in Niafrang, Senegal
Advocates for Community Alternatives (ACA) has successfully supported the second community-led mangrove planting in Niafrang, Senegal, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote environmental restoration and climate resilience across West Africa. This year’s exercise...
ACA Partners Kaeme Cosmetics and Bohten Eyewear to Mark World Sight Day in Akyem Juaso
As part of this year’s World Sight Day celebrations, Advocates for Community Alternatives (ACA), in partnership with Kaeme Cosmetics and Bohten Eyewear, organized a comprehensive skincare and eye health outreach program on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. The event, held...