Press Releases

MOU Formally Implements “Africa’s Next 50 Cities Coalition – Road to Kigali 2023” Initiative to Help Accelerate Both the Republic of Rwanda’s and the African Continent’s Economic Development by Enabling Private Sector Growth.

The Charter Cities Institute (CCI) today announced that by unanimous agreement among its Board of Directors, Kurtis Lockhart, CCI’s Head of Research has been named as the organization’s second-ever Executive Director, effective immediately.

Senior Director of Research Kurtis Lockhart to serve as acting Executive Director while comprehensive search for new permanent leader concludes.

Distinguished Professor Leonard Wantchekon Joins Charter Cities Institute’s Board of Directors