# Final Milestone: Cardano Ghana CIP-1694 Governance Working Group

**URL:** <https://forum.cardano.org/t/final-milestone-cardano-ghana-cip-1694-governance-working-group/141299>\
**Category:** Project Catalyst\
**Created:** [26 December 2024 23:38 UTC](https://forum.cardano.org/t/final-milestone-cardano-ghana-cip-1694-governance-working-group/141299 "2024-12-26T23:38:58Z")\
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**Author:** ![seiduziblim](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex023/user_avatar/forum.cardano.org/seiduziblim/32/82790_2.png) [@seiduziblim](https://forum.cardano.org/u/seiduziblim)\
**Post date:** [26 December 2024 23:38 UTC](https://forum.cardano.org/t/final-milestone-cardano-ghana-cip-1694-governance-working-group/141299/1 "2024-12-26T23:38:58Z")

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**Hello Cardano Community,**

I am delighted to announce the successful completion of the **Cardano Ghana CIP-1694 Governance Working Group Project**. To mark this significant achievement, we organized an educational outreach event on **November 23, 2024** , aimed at promoting Cardano’s governance mechanism and welcoming newcomers to the ecosystem.

In collaboration with the **Northern Regional Youth Network of Ghana** , we showcased the opportunities within the Cardano ecosystem and guided participants on how to get involved. As part of the initiative, we introduced the **CBCA** course, encouraging attendees to enroll and deepen their blockchain knowledge. The meetup attracted an impressive audience of **50 eager participants**.

The event was facilitated by @chosenfintech **Mohammed Mustapha** , a Cardano Ambassador and leader of the Cardano Ghana Community, along with @seiduziblim **Seidu Ziblim** , the project lead, and **Mohammed Habib** , co-founder of DeFi Africa.

**Key Highlights of the Project Outputs**

- Engaged **30 participants** in an in-depth discussion on Cardano governance.
- Laid the foundation for organizing a **constitutional workshop** in Ghana.
- Educated over **50 Catalyst participants** on the outcomes of the **Fund12 community review rewards**.
- Established a **partnership with the Northern Regional Youth Network of Ghana**.
- Educated **50+ newcomers** about Cardano, introducing them to **Project Catalyst** and the **Cardano Academy CBCA course**.
- Expanded the member base of the **Cardano Ghana Community**.
- Procured **100 branded Cardano T-shirts** to promote the Cardano brand in Ghana.

**Conclusion**

This project marks a significant milestone in raising blockchain governance awareness in Ghana. Through a hybrid launch, engaging biweekly meetings, and impactful educational outreach, we successfully reached diverse audiences, enhanced governance knowledge, and inspired ecosystem participation.

Participants explored Cardano’s governance mechanisms, including **CIP-1694** and **Project Catalyst** , while the **Cardano Academy CBCA course** was promoted as a gateway to blockchain expertise. Featuring seasoned professionals, engaging presentations, and strong community collaboration, the initiative strengthened the Cardano community in Ghana and laid a solid foundation for future growth, knowledge sharing, and broader collaboration within the Cardano ecosystem.

**Acknowledgements**

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the **Milestones Reviewers** , **Catalyst Team** , **Cardano Foundation** , and @Eystein_Hansen **Eystein** from the Nordic Cardano Community, as well as everyone who contributed to the success of this project.

Special thanks go to community leaders, including **Mohammed Mustapha** , **Madam Afia** , **Bernard** , **Fedellia** and **Nana Sarfo** , for their unwavering support throughout this journey. We also recognize the dedication of the **30 working group members** who actively participated in the six-week sessions. Additionally, we deeply appreciate the valuable collaboration with the **Northern Regional Youth Network of Ghana**.

Lastly, we are profoundly grateful to **Almighty God** for His guidance and protection, and to everyone, big or small, whose contributions made this project a reality. Your efforts have fostered meaningful dialogue and actionable insights into the future of blockchain governance and the Cardano Ghana community.

Find Project Closeout report [here](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18YFfSgXy_mYNZCjZRHukANpZ8-1O1IUK?usp=drive_link) and video [here](https://youtu.be/n0c960kvj4U)

Cheers

Seidu Ziblim  
Project Lead  
Cardano Ghana Community

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**Author:** ![Fidzs](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex023/user_avatar/forum.cardano.org/fidzs/32/83579_2.png) [@Fidzs](https://forum.cardano.org/u/Fidzs)\
**Post date:** [27 December 2024 15:03 UTC](https://forum.cardano.org/t/final-milestone-cardano-ghana-cip-1694-governance-working-group/141299/2 "2024-12-27T15:03:51Z")

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It was a privilege to be part of the CIP-1694 Governance Working Group project. From its launch, the project was exciting, as it empowered community members to grasp the fundamentals of governance and gain insight into how they could contribute. This, in turn, shed more light on the Constitutional Workshop.  
I particularly enjoyed the six-week workshop, which provided members with a valuable opportunity to deepen their understanding and learn more about governance.

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**Author:** ![seiduziblim](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex023/user_avatar/forum.cardano.org/seiduziblim/32/82790_2.png) [@seiduziblim](https://forum.cardano.org/u/seiduziblim)\
**Post date:** [27 December 2024 16:09 UTC](https://forum.cardano.org/t/final-milestone-cardano-ghana-cip-1694-governance-working-group/141299/3 "2024-12-27T16:09:21Z")

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Thanks for holding up meetings for active engagement. Let’s do more in 2025 and going forward. We will definitely reach out for our upcoming projects.

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**Author:** ![chosenfintech](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex023/user_avatar/forum.cardano.org/chosenfintech/32/86823_2.png) [@chosenfintech](https://forum.cardano.org/u/chosenfintech)\
**Post date:** [29 December 2024 07:03 UTC](https://forum.cardano.org/t/final-milestone-cardano-ghana-cip-1694-governance-working-group/141299/4 "2024-12-29T07:03:15Z")

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Thanks for the acknowledgment. It has been an honor to contribute alongside such dedicated individuals and groups. To say I am proud for the strides of Cardano Ghana Community is an understatement.

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**Author:** ![Eystein\_Hansen](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex023/user_avatar/forum.cardano.org/eystein_hansen/32/8806_2.png) [@Eystein\_Hansen](https://forum.cardano.org/u/Eystein_Hansen)\
**Post date:** [17 January 2025 12:19 UTC](https://forum.cardano.org/t/final-milestone-cardano-ghana-cip-1694-governance-working-group/141299/5 "2025-01-17T12:19:26Z")

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> [@seiduziblim](#):
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> Thanks for holding up meetings for active engagement. Let’s do more in 2025 and going forward. We will definitely reach out for our upcoming projects.

I look forward to everything to come from the Cardano Ghana community in 2025!
