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PAN AFRICAN INSTITUTE FOR DEVELOPMENT Regional Institute For West Africa
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Pan-African Institute for Development – West Africa (PAID-WA) — Overview

The Pan-African Institute for Development – West Africa (PAID-WA) is a model African development institute and non-governmental organization dedicated to training, research, consultancy, and capacity building to support sustainable development across West Africa and the African continent.

PAID-WA is part of the broader Pan African Institute for Development (PAID) network — an international association created in 1964 with a mandate to strengthen Africa’s economic, social, and cultural development through education, action-oriented research, and professional support services.

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A Peep into PAID-WA

A glimps of our activities, and events

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A Message from the Regional Director

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Dr. Gladys Njoukang Asaah

Regional Director
Pan African Institute for Development – West Africa (PAID–WA)

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Dear Esteemed Visitors, Partners, Students, and Stakeholders,

It is both an honor and a privilege to welcome you to the official website of the Pan-African Institute for Development – West Africa (PAID-WA).

PAID-WA remains steadfast in its mission to promote sustainable development through high-quality professional training, applied research, and community engagement. As a regional institution with a strong Pan-African outlook, we are committed to nurturing competent, innovative, and ethically grounded professionals capable of responding effectively to the evolving development challenges of our societies...

A Message from the Regional Director

Dr. Gladys Njoukang Asaah

Dear Esteemed Visitors, Partners, Students, and Stakeholders,

It is both an honor and a privilege to welcome you to the official website of the Pan-African Institute for Development – West Africa (PAID-WA).

PAID-WA remains steadfast in its mission to promote sustainable development through high-quality professional training, applied research, and community engagement. As a regional institution with a strong Pan-African outlook, we are committed to nurturing competent, innovative, and ethically grounded professionals capable of responding effectively to the evolving development challenges of our societies.

Our academic and professional programs are carefully designed to combine theoretical knowledge with practical application, particularly in key sectors such as agriculture, agribusiness, rural development, entrepreneurship, and information and communication technologies. Complementing these are our robust vocational training programs, which emphasize hands-on skills development tailored to current labor market needs. Through this integrated approach, we aim to empower our learners not only to access employment opportunities but also to become proactive agents of change and drivers of inclusive growth.

In addition, PAID-WA offers specialized consultancy services, as well as project-based and action-oriented research initiatives that respond directly to real-world development challenges. These services enable us to support governments, institutions, and communities with evidence-based solutions, while simultaneously enriching our training programs with practical insights and field experience.

At PAID-WA, we place great value on strategic partnerships and collaborative engagement. We continue to work closely with governments, development organizations, private sector actors, and local communities to deliver impactful solutions that contribute to socio-economic transformation across the region.

This website serves as a gateway to our institution—providing insight into our programs, initiatives, and achievements. We invite you to explore its contents, connect with our community, and discover opportunities for learning, collaboration, and partnership.

We thank you for your interest in PAID-WA and for your continued support in advancing our shared vision of sustainable and people-centered development in Africa.

Please accept the assurances of my highest consideration.

Explore Our Programs and Activities

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Transformative Programs

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For more Information Contact:

Buea Regional Office

P.O.Box133, Buea
South West Region, Cameroon
Tel: (237) 233323415/675090512
/ 672784168
E-mail: info@paid-wa.org

Bamenda Learning Support Centre

P.O. Box 107 SONAC Street - Bamenda
Tel: (237) 677426505
E-mail: bda.wa@paidafrica.org

Yaounde Learning Support Centre

Etoug-ebe Adjacent Peace Home - Yaounde
Tel (237) 674728526 / 677135891
E-mail: yde.wa@paidafrica.org

Douala Learning Support Centre

P.O. Box 4078 Bassa-Douala
Tel (237) 694009420 / 676774806 / 677340401
E-mail: dla.wa@paidafrica.org