The Governance and Economic Development (GED) Program is a pathway to advance leadership excellence in the public sector, promote responsible governance and to develop more effective public leaders who will address the complex governance and economic development challenges of the African continent.

Designed exclusively for African legislators, key cabinet members and other elected officials who are genuinely committed to the economic development of their constituencies and would like to make a positive impact by facilitating foreign direct investment (FDI) and international assistance to their communities.

Powered by the Center for International Trade Development (CITD) – Miami in partnership with the University of Miami (UM) Herbert Business School and the World Strategic Forum, the GED program offers African Legislators an opportunity to expand their regional and global influence, improve their leadership capabilities, develop effective public policies, build skills to advance their political careers and access resources to address social and economic challenges in their constituencies.