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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · 21d

Since the last edition of the Global Data Barometer, the number of African countries scoring 0 or 1 on land data has halved.
Progress is happening — but gaps remain.

🔗Read the full analysis by the Land Portal Foundation's Charl-Thom Bayer: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/unlo...

Turning Data Into Impact: Three Months of the Global Data Barometer’s Second Edition

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · 23d

Three months after releasing the 2nd edition, the Global Data Barometer is already fueling action: from 1,900+ dataset downloads to sparking dialogue across governments & civil society.

Read how evidence is turning into impact 👇
🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/09/turn...

Why Political Integrity Data Matters: Insights from the Global Data Barometer

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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · 29d

Political integrity reforms need more than data — they need partnerships.

@opengovpartnership.org Renzo Falla spotlights how countries like Malawi, Chile & Mexico are advancing reforms via the Open Gov Challenge.

Read the blog: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/why-...

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Sep 8

Who funds politics? In too many countries, we still don’t know.

@anticorruption’s Jorge Valladares breaks down what the #GDB2025 reveals about political finance transparency across Africa and Latin America.

Read the blog: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/poli...

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Sep 3

📊#ICYMI — How is data actually being used — and by whom?

The #GDB2025 reveals that while data is often used for accountability and planning, barriers like low literacy and poor dissemination still limit impact.

🔎 Read our blog on data use → globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/unlo...

Bridging the Data Divide: Insights from Latin America in the Second Edition of the Global Data Barometer

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Sep 1

Chile leads in lobbying transparency, but worrying gaps in Land Management data persist. The second edition provides insights that can support inclusive, rights-based data policy.

Explore the highs & lows in this deep dive into the #GDB2025 findings.

globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/brid...

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 28

"We see progress on public data laws — but implementation lags behind." – Edwin Muhumuza @opencontracting.bsky.social

Watch his insights on procurement data & e-procurement from "The State of Data for Accountability in Africa" webinar with the GDB & @afidep.bsky.social

📺Watch: youtu.be/Dp17voHCzqg

TICTeC 25: Data to advance equity, inclusion, and sustainability

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mySociety @mysociety.org · Aug 27

The Global Data Barometer, @databarometer.bsky.social, provides fresh insights into how data is being governed, shared and used to advance the public good, with a special focus on the Global South. Watch this #TICTeC session from @silvanavf.bsky.social to see how!

Speaker: Silvana Fumega (Global Data Barometer, Argentina) The Global Data Barometer provides fresh insights into how data is being governed, shared and used to advance the public good, with a…

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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 27

Transparent company and BO registers are essential tools in the fight against financial crime.

This blog from @openownership.bsky.social explores trends and persistent challenges uncovered in the second edition of the @databarometer.bsky.social.

Read it now: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/usin...

Using Company Information Data for Research, Reform, and Accountability

How to Compare Data Between the Two Editions of GDB?

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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 26

"At @openownership.bsky.social, our new strategy focuses on the effective use of beneficial ownership data — ensuring reforms are not just passed, but put into practice."

Watch the "State of Data for Accountability in Africa" webinar co-hosted by the GDB & @afidep.bsky.social

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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 26

"The Global Data Barometer provides robust comparative data, alongside the Africa Integrity Indicators. Together, these insights help us better prioritize where & how to support countries." – Christine Wachira, @openownership.bsky.social

📺Watch the full recording: youtu.be/Dp17voHCzqg

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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 25

3️⃣ Open Data: Still Moving Forward?
We track how open data policies and implementation have changed—and what it tells us about the shifting landscape.

🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/how-...

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 25

2️⃣ Governance Frameworks: What’s Evolved?
We look at progress (or lack of it) in data protection, sharing, and management frameworks across 43 countries.

🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/how-...

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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 25

1️⃣ How to Compare Data Between the Two Editions We explain what’s comparable, what’s new, and how to interpret trends across time. A must-read before diving in!

Start here: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/05/how-...

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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 25

🔁 #ICYMI: We’ve published 3 blogs to help you compare the first and second editions of the #GDB2025🧵

📘 How to compare editions
📘 Governance framework trends
📘 Open data evolution

Visit the comparability page: globaldatabarometer.org/comparison-w...

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Open Ownership @openownership.bsky.social · Aug 25

Where can you...
▶️get the latest news on #BeneficialOwnership reform progress globally?
▶️read vacancies in the #transparency sector?
▶️find the latest research and policy thinking?

Our newsletter, Disclosure!
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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 22

📢 La 2e édition du Baromètre Mondial des Données est en ligne!
Avec de nouvelles perspectives sur l’IA, l’inclusion et la transparence, cette édition donne une vision plus précise des progrès réalisés par les pays.

👉 Plongez dans les résultats de 43 pays ici → globaldatabarometer.org

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Stephen Abbott Pugh @stephenabbottpugh.bsky.social · Aug 21

Great to see open source beneficial ownership tools leveraging the Beneficial Ownership Data Standard from @openownership.bsky.social being promoted by @dgateway.bsky.social in the new Civic Tech Tools Repository developmentgateway.org/blog/introdu... #beneficialownership #openstandards

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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 21

⚖️ Strong frameworks need strong systems.
The Barometer shows that regulatory progress must be matched with investment in capabilities to deliver real-world outcomes.

🔍 Read how skills and infrastructure shape outcomes → globaldatabarometer.org
#GDB2025 #TheGDB

<p>Welcome to the Global Data Barometer’s data exploration hub, where you can delve into insights from the second edition of our comprehensive study. This interactive section allows you to examine dat...

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 20

🔗 Explore country specific results for Africa: globaldatabarometer.org/explore-the-...

Explore the Results

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 20

Africa is making progress in public procurement, data protection, and budget transparency.

🇺🇬 🇰🇪 🇿🇦 lead the way with digital tools and open data platforms that promote accountability

Explore insights in this blog by @ldriafrica.bsky.social's Keziah Munyao

🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/data...

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Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 19

Jamaica & Dominican Republic are leading the Caribbean in data openness.

Explore regional trends, challenges & next steps in this new analysis of the #GDB2025 findings for the Caribbean.

🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/proc...

🔗Read the full report: globaldatabarometer.org/2nd-edition-...

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 14

“The Global Data Barometer is the most granular cross-country dataset on issues like political integrity — giving details you won’t find elsewhere.” — Renzo Falla

🎥Watch his full remarks from the GDB Africa launch: youtu.be/agaB9yw2mas

cc: @opengovpartnership.org