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The African Evaluation Association (AfrEA) has unveiled a transformative initiative aimed at strengthening evidence-based policymaking and governance across the continent. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Through a newly launched training seminar, AfrEA is rolling out the National Evaluation Capacities Index (INCE), a tool designed to refine national evaluation systems and enhance data-driven decision-making for sustainable development.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the two-day training session, AfrEA President Dr. Mich\u00e9 Ou\u00e9draogo emphasized the strategic importance of INCE in reshaping the way African countries design and implement development policies.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith the introduction of INCE, we are taking a significant step towards embedding evaluation at the heart of policy and decision-making in Africa,\u201d Dr. Ou\u00e9draogo stated. \u201cThis tool empowers countries to assess their evaluation systems, identify gaps, and implement targeted improvements. It\u2019s a vital step towards ensuring transparency, accountability, and effective resource allocation.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The INCE program, built on lessons from Latin America and grounded in extensive research and stakeholder engagement, uses a comprehensive 74-question survey to evaluate national systems. It offers a detailed assessment of strengths and areas for improvement in evaluation practices.<\/p>\n

Dr. Audrey Amoah of Ghana\u2019s National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) praised the initiative, highlighting its relevance in addressing systemic challenges.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe INCE framework will help countries strengthen governance by identifying and addressing weaknesses in their evaluation mechanisms,\u201d said Dr. Amoah.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt also provides a foundation for institutionalizing a culture of evidence-based policymaking at both national and sub-national levels. We at NDPC are committed to partnering with AfrEA to advance this data-driven development agenda.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Dr. Audrey Amoah,NDPC<\/strong><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Celeste Gianno, a senior consultant with Insight Latin America, stressed the importance of global collaboration in shaping effective evaluation tools.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe success of INCE in Latin America shows the power of South-South cooperation,\u201d Gianno noted. \u201cBy adapting best practices to the African context, this tool can serve as a catalyst for reform and progress.\u201d<\/p>\n

AfrEA\u2019s launch of INCE marks a bold step in its mission to build evaluation capacity, facilitate knowledge-sharing, and strengthen cooperation among African nations\u2014all in alignment with the African Union\u2019s Agenda 2063.<\/p>\n

The initiative underscores the growing consensus across the continent: sustainable development is only possible when policymaking is informed by solid data, robust evaluation, and a commitment to continuous improvement.<\/p>\n

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Source: Felix Nyaaba\/expressnewsghana.com<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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