Development of Civic Technologies in the Context of Shrinking Civic Spaces in West Africa
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This paper examines the rise of civic technologies in West Africa, driven by the need for more participatory and inclusive democracy. As mobile phones, the Internet, and social media networks become more prevalent, citizens are increasingly empowered to engage in governance and hold institutions accountable. The paper highlights the role of these technologies in addressing challenges like shrinking civic space and political instability and discusses their potential to strengthen citizen participation and promote democratic governance in the region.
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About the author
Abdoul Wahab Magawata
Abdoul Wahab Magawata holds a master’s degree in political science from the University of Niamey, Niger and a Post Graduate Diploma in Trade Policy and International Law of Trade (TRAPCA) from Arusha, Tanzania. Passionate about peacekeeping, security and terrorism, diplomacy and cooperation, he worked at the National Center for Strategic and Security Studies (NCSSS - NIGER) in the Prevention and Countering Extremism Violence programme, then with the Support Unit for Niger’s Permanent Mission in New York during Niger’s presidency of the United Nations Security Council. Abdoul Wahab interned at WACSI in the Policy Influencing and Advocacy unit (PIA). His areas of interest include democratic governance, leadership, human rights, advocacy, civic engagement and the rule of law.
