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Who We Are
A Lagos-headquartered nonprofit committed to advancing sustainable development across Africa.
Strengthening the media to build a more resilient, inclusive Africa.
Development Reporting Africa Foundation (DRAF) is a Lagos-headquartered nonprofit committed to advancing sustainable development across Africa by strengthening the role of the media, promoting evidence-driven solutions, and supporting initiatives that improve the well-being of vulnerable communities.
The Foundation is a platform for capacity development, research, humanitarian response, and strategic collaboration, working with journalists, civil society organisations, development partners, governments, academia, and communities to amplify development issues, promote accountability, and inspire positive social change. Through innovative programmes and partnerships, DRAF promotes informed public discourse, strengthens democratic governance, and contributes to a more resilient and inclusive Africa.
Our Vision
An Africa where quality journalism, informed citizens, and collaborative action drive sustainable development, accountable governance, and resilient communities.
Our Mission
To advance sustainable development in Africa by strengthening development journalism, promoting research and knowledge, building institutional and human capacity, supporting humanitarian action, and fostering partnerships that drive accountability and lasting social impact.
We CARE about Africa’s development
Four commitments guide every programme we design and every partnership we build.
C
Collaboration & Inclusion
Building partnerships for inclusive and collective impact.
A
Accountability
Promoting transparency and responsible stewardship.
R
Results
Focusing on measurable and sustainable change.
E
Excellence & Innovation
Delivering innovative, impactful programmes and promoting quality journalism.
Where we concentrate our work
Development Journalism & Media Strengthening
Research, Data & Knowledge Generation
Strategic Communication & Public Engagement
Humanitarian Communication & Emergency Response
Governance, Transparency & Public Accountability
Partnerships & Innovation
Held to the same standard we ask of others
DRAF is governed by a Board of Directors and guided by an Advisory Board of external experts. This structure reflects our commitment to accountable governance, one of the same standards we ask of the institutions we report on.
Board of Directors
Advisory Board members
Award-winning journalists, academics, legal experts, healthcare professionals and communications leaders, bringing decades of combined experience to the Foundation’s oversight.