About Us

GOXI is a space to share, learn and connect for action towards greater accountability and, in turn, better development outcomes of extractive industries in Africa.

In June 2009 the World Bank Institute and partners, including the African Development Bank, began a series of consultations with extractive industries practitioners from government, the private sector, civil society and think tanks to assess the current reality and capacity needs in terms of strengthening governance of the sector. In the process, practitioners pinpointed the need for a standing forum for innovation and collaboration across stakeholders groups, countries and initiatives. In response, GOXI is designed to be a place where you can:

• Discuss the big ideas;
• Share opinions and information, including new research and events;
• Connect with others actively working on the sector and dealing with similar challenges;
• Learn what is happening around the world;
• Find jobs; and
• Announce initiatives in which you are engaged and collaborate to make them happen.

We welcome your suggestions on improvements to GOXI, feedback on what is useful and what is not on the platform, and how GOXI can be adapted to best serve your needs in support of improved governance outcomes in the sector.