Magvin Research Institute

From Scholarship to Systems Change 🌍

What happens when global exposure meets local commitment?

For Pln, Vincent Buobodaare Dari, a Commonwealth Shared Scholar in the UK, it meant returning home with more than a degree, it meant returning with a mission.

Today, through MAGVIN Research Institute, that mission is shaping climate-smart planning and community resilience across Northern Ghana.

🔹 15 Community Land Use Maps & Action Plans developed
🔹 Solar-powered boreholes improving access to clean water
🔹 Climate-smart agriculture supporting livelihoods
🔹 1,200+ farmers trained (85% women)
🔹 45 communities impacted

These are not just numbers, they represent communities now equipped to define their own development priorities and attract real investments.

“Having received this opportunity, I must give back to my society.”

At MAGVIN, we are proud to be turning knowledge into impact; bridging data, people, and sustainable development.

Read more at 👉 https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/publication/strengthening-climate-smart-planning/


Vincent Dari

We are pleased to announce that two members of our leadership team Sunnabuo Magnus Co-founder & Director of Operations], and Vincent Dari [Co-founder & Director of Research and Development]— have been officially inducted as Corporate Members of the Ghana Institute of Planning (GIP). The induction took place in Tamale at the GIP's 54th Annual General Conference and Meeting held on 28th November, 2025.

This achievement marks an important milestone for the Institute as we strengthen our professional capacity in planning, development management, and applied research. Their induction reflects our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professional practice in advancing sustainable development across Ghana and beyond.

Their induction as Professional Planners positions the Institute to continue delivering evidence-based, participatory, and context-sensitive planning solutions that support spatially balanced development, environmental resilience, and improved community well-being.

We extend our appreciation to the Ghana Institute of Planning for this recognition, and we congratulate Magnus Sunnabuo and Vincent Dari for this professional accomplishment. Magvin Research Institute remains committed to contributing meaningfully to Ghana’s planning and development agenda.

Welcome to May 🤩

Happy Labor Day 🎉

Today and Every day, we celebrate the strength and resilience of all workers, your dedication and efforts are appreciated 👏✨✊🏽

📢 Climate Smart Agribusiness Courses Now Available!

As climate change continues to reshape agriculture across the continent, building climate-resilient agribusinesses is more important than ever.

To support this effort, we are excited to introduce the Climate Resilience Course Series, now available for free on the Agribusiness e-Academy.

Designed for agripreneurs, extension officers, students, educators and trainers, these self-paced e-learning courses provide practical tools to strengthen climate resilience across agricultural value chains.

🌱 The full course series includes:
✅Climate Smart Agribusiness: Essentials https://lnkd.in/e9M7jJr6
✅Climate Smart Agribusiness: Adaptation https://lnkd.in/dq-Zpm2Q
✅Climate Smart Agribusiness: Mitigation https://lnkd.in/dVn-eR_W

⏰ Each course takes approximately 3 to 3.5 hours
🎓 Certificates are awarded upon completion of each course
🌐 Available anytime, anywhere; 100% free

This is an initiative of the Agribusiness Facility (ABF), co-funded by the European Un

Happy Easter 🎉🎉🎉

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When we take time to prepare for the future, we are showing confidence and optimism that better things are ahead.

Preparation is not just about being ready for challenges but also about believing in possibilities, opportunities, and success. By planning, learning, and equipping ourselves, we affirm our faith in the future and our ability to shape it positively.

This is a reminder to every young person that every effort you make today, whether in your careers, studies, or personal growth, it is a step toward a brighter tomorrow.✨✊🏽

As we wrap the year, have our warm wishes

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🎈🎊

Thank you for journeying with us at Magvin Research Institute

On 15th November 2024, MAGVIN Research Institute, led by Magnus Balanoe Sunnabuo and Vincent Buobadaare Dari, successfully conducted a session for the students of St Joseph Catholic Nursing Training College. This session focused on research methods and ethics in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools for research.

Our goal was to introduce students to innovative AI tools that can significantly enhance their research capabilities while emphasizing the ethical considerations essential when using these technologies. The session aimed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to conduct research more efficiently, ensuring academic integrity and responsible use of AI in their studies.

This initiative underscores MAGVIN’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and research innovation in Ghana’s educational sector. We are proud of the team’s contribution in advancing research literacy among future healthcare professionals.

Congratulations to Magnus and Vincent for facilitating such an insightful and impactful session!

Still championing peace ✌🏽

The entire team at MAGVIN Research Institute is thrilled to celebrate our founders, Vincent Buobodaare Dari and Magnus Balanoe Sunnabuo, on their induction as Trainee Members of the Ghana Institute of Planning during its 53rd Annual General Meeting and Conference, held on 21st and 22nd November 2024 at the Eusbett International Conference Centre, Sunyani.

This significant milestone is a testament to their dedication to advancing professional excellence and promoting sustainable development through integrated planning. Their participation in the conference, themed “The Nexus Between Integrated Planning and Ghana’s Decentralised Development: Prospects, Challenges, and the Way Forward,” further underscores their commitment to shaping impactful solutions for development.

We are proud of your achievements and inspired by your visionary leadership. Congratulations once again, Vincent and Magnus. Your success is a shared pride for all of us at MAGVIN Research Institute!

MAGVIN Research Institute Empowers Tutors of St.Joseph Catholic Nursing Training College, Jirapa with AI-Driven Research Writing Skills.

Our team from MAGVIN Research Institute led by Magnus Balanoe Sunnabuo and Vincent Buobadaare Dari recently facilitated a two-day seminar on academic writing and Artifical Intelligence (AI) for the tutors of St.Joseph Catholic Nursing Training College, Jirapa on the 14th and 15th of November, 2024. This seminar introduced the health educators to innovative AI tools that can streamline research processes, enhance academic writing, and foster a more dynamic research culture within the college.

This initiative reflects MAGVIN’s commitment to supporting educational excellence and equipping educators with the latest technological resources for academic growth. We are immensely proud of Magnus and Vincent for delivering this impactful session and contributing to the advancement of academic standards in Ghana.