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OUR VISION
To make Transnationalism relevant in the developing worlds development and evolution.
OUR MISSION
Redefining and building the developing worlds through Transnationalism and Diasporic synergies.
OUR MOTTO
Development Through Unity
DDN is a bridge that fosters synergy between forward-thinking diasporan individuals and businesses on one hand, and world-class knowledge bases with Africa’s abundant human and material resources on the other—to deliver innovative projects led by inspired graduates, skilled professionals, and mentors.
Read the full storyStories of courage, invention, and renewable imagination that inspired DDN Global.
From Ghana’s pioneering wind innovators to Malawi’s emblematic turbines and today’s bioenergy laboratories, we spotlight causes that prove youth-led engineering can power communities.
The first wind-powered electricity generator built in Ghana by Stephen Owusu Mensah in the 1980s is the story that led to the formation of the DDN.Global concept—to enhance the hidden potentials in our youth in all diversity.
William Kamkwamba’s wind turbine powered multiple electrical appliances and inspired the world to invest in grassroots innovation.
Innovating for a sustainable future: the bioenergy and solar projects led by Mensah Yeboah Thompson exemplify the partnerships DDN cultivates.
DDN is an NGO that aims to facilitate the development of African economies through collaboration and partnership between diaspora organizations, African institutions, and businesses.
We bring together forward-thinking diasporan individuals and businesses with world-class knowledge bases and abundant human and material resources in Africa to drive innovation and economic growth.
As an organization, DDN works to facilitate collaboration and partnership between individuals and organizations in the diaspora and in Africa, with the aim of promoting economic development and social change. Our approach is based on the principles of participatory development, which emphasizes the active involvement and engagement of all stakeholders in the development process.
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Innovations hubCommunity energy
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Innovations hubYouth makers
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Innovations hubRegional spotlight
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Innovations hubVolunteers amplify every programme—from field research to mentorship, translation to events. Interested in lending your talents?
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Steve Mens, Kwaku Adu, Philip Obeng Okyere, Albert Dodoo & Capt. Steve steward global alignment.
Meet leadershipCoordinators activating Accra, Lagos, London & DC corridors.
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