Policy, Public Sector Innovation, and Sustainable Development Solutions
Development solutions must be adaptive, evidence-based, and locally driven. Nolton Initiative for Development works with international agencies, governments, NGOs, and policymakers to craft strategies that tackle Africa’s most pressing challenges—ranging from education, economic growth, to agriculture and environmental sustainability.
We believe in:
Policy Innovation
Designing forward-thinking policies rooted in research and local realities.
Stakeholder Engagement
Facilitating partnerships between governments, development organizations, and communities.
Systems Strengthening
Helping institutions develop frameworks for long-term impact.
Evidence-Based Solutions
Through rigorous research, policy assessments, and program evaluations, we equip decision-makers with actionable insights that improve outcomes and maximize resources.
Key sectors we work in
Our expertise spans critical sectors that are foundational to Africa’s growth and development:

Public Policy and Governance
- Policy design, evaluation, and impact assessment
- Legislative and regulatory reform
- Institutional capacity-building for government agencies
- Data-driven policymaking and behavioral insights

Economic Development and Inclusive Growth
- SME development and entrepreneurship ecosystems
- Workforce development and job creation
- Trade policy and regional economic integration
- Private sector engagement for development

Agriculture and Food Security
- Sustainable agricultural policy and innovation
- Value chain development for smallholder farmers
- Climate-resilient farming solutions
- Public-private partnerships in agribusiness

Education and Human Capital Development
- Education policy and reform
- Skills development and workforce readiness
- Digital learning and ed-tech solutions
- Strengthening education systems for equity and inclusion
- Education in conflict-affected areas and post-war communities

Climate Action and Environmental Sustainability
- Green economy and sustainable financing
- Climate-smart agriculture and land use
- Renewable energy policy and infrastructure
- Resilient cities and disaster risk reduction

Health Systems Strengthening
- Universal health coverage and financing
- Digital health innovation and access
- Community-based health interventions
- Public health policy and pandemic preparedness
Partner With Us
Let’s co-create policies and programs that shape Africa’s future.
Contact Us: sarah@nolton.org, info@noltonafrica.org
