This report is the result of extensive consultations, engagements and research by leading experts who researched, questioned and analyzed emerging trends, challenges, opportunities and lessons learnt on governance in the Sahel. The focus of the inaugural issue – (Re)building social cohesion and public trust - was borne out of a collective recognition and concession that at the heart of the persistent crisis lie governance deficits. This has led to a rise in widespread protests, military coups, insecurity, criminality, and extremism.