February 21, 2023
Nigeria: Nine in 10 Nigerians Say the Country is Going in the Wrong Direction
Nine out of 10 citizens see country going 'in the wrong direction Read more »
February 24, 2023
Africa: In Busy Election Year, Most Africans Still Prefer Democracy
In this busy election year, Africans show unwavering commitment to democracy and democratic norms; Majorities prefer democracy and favor elections, media freedom, and presidential… Read more »
February 20, 2023
Ghana: Ghanaians Condemn Physical Discipline, See Gender-Based Violence As a Criminal Matter
But many think victims who report to the authorities may be criticised or harassed. Read more »
February 17, 2023
Nigeria: Nigerians Say Their Country Is Unsafe, Cite Insecurity As Top Priority for Government Action
Most citizens see abductions as a serious - and growing - problem. Read more »
February 01, 2023
Africa: Africans Want Age Limits for Govt Heads (But Don't Reject Retirement-Age Leaders)
Many would set the maximum age for presidents higher than the retirement age for other jobs. Read more »
February 02, 2023
Nigeria: Nigerians' Grim Outlook Points to High Stakes in Competitive Elections
Findings suggest a desire for change and a widening political field. Read more »
January 31, 2023
Nigeria: Nigerians Want Competitive Elections but Don't Trust the Electoral Commission
Only 23% of citizens say they trust the Independent National Electoral Commission "somewhat" or "a lot." Read more »
January 24, 2023
Botswana: Batswana See Gender-Based Violence As a Priority for Government and Societal Action
Half of citizens say violence against women and girls is common in their community. Read more »
Zambia: Zambians Divided On Economy, Country's Direction - Afrobarometer Survey
Only about half of Zambians approve of the country's overall direction and are satisfied with the way the "new dawn" government is managing the economy, a new Afrobarometer survey… Read more »
January 19, 2023
Africa: Africans Want More Democracy, but Their Leaders Still Aren't Listening
Most indicators of support for democratic institutions remain strong and steady. Read more »
January 17, 2023
Angola: Angolans Look to Government, One Another for Action On the Environment
Three-fourths of citizens say pollution is a serious problem in their community. Read more »
January 12, 2023
Botswana: Batswana Support Gender Equity, Want Greater Government Action to Promote Equal Rights
Large majorities endorse equality in hiring, land ownership, and political leadership. Read more »
January 05, 2023
Angola: In Angola, Gender-Based Violence Is Seen As the Top Challenge to Women's Rights
A majority of citizens say violence against women and girls is common in their community. Read more »
December 22, 2022
Mauritius: Citizens Seek Collective Action on Climate Change as Life in Island Nation Worsens
Most want the government, business and industry, and developed countries to do "a lot more." Read more »
December 15, 2022
Botswana: Citizens Insist On Presidential Accountability
Findings suggest that citizens set the bar high for emergency executive powers. Read more »
December 06, 2022
Botswana: Many Batswana Feel Unsafe and Fear Crime
Half of Batswana say they felt unsafe walking in their neighbourhoods at least once during the past year, while about the same proportion feared crime in their homes, a recent… Read more »
November 25, 2022
Uganda: Damage Control: Ugandans Want Govt Action On Environmental Problems Affecting Their Communities
Citizens rank deforestation and trash disposal as top priorities. Read more »
November 14, 2022
Ghana: Ghanaians Say Climate Change Is Making Life Worse
Ghanaians say the government and ordinary citizens share responsibility for fighting climate change, the latest Afrobarometer survey shows. Read more »
November 08, 2022
Lesotho: Basotho Endorse Equality for Women
Almost three-fourths (73%) of citizens say women should have the same chance as men of being elected to public office. Read more »
November 11, 2022
Africa: Two Decades Of Gauging Public Opinion - Looking Back At Afrobarometer's Remarkable Journey
Bratton, Gyimah-Boadi, & Mattes. It sounds like a law firm. No, it’s a group of eminent professors and thought leaders driven by a vision of making African voices a key… Read more »
November 02, 2022
Sierra Leone: Gender-Based Violence a High Priority in Sierra Leone
Gender-based violence (GBV) is the most important women's-rights issue that Sierra Leoneans say their government and society must address, the latest Afrobarometer survey shows. Read more »
October 31, 2022
Malawi: Under One Government After Another, More and More Malawians Live in Poverty
Three-fourths of citizens experienced moderate or high lived poverty during the past year. Read more »
Nigeria: Citizens Look to Government to Limit Harmful Effects of Climate Change
A growing proportion of Nigerians say climate change is making life in their country worse, the latest Afrobarometer survey shows. Read more »
October 20, 2022
Ghana: Bribery, Unprofessionalism, Illegal Activity: Ghanaians' Negative Perceptions of Their Police
Findings point to challenge of rebuilding public confidence. Read more »
October 11, 2022
Angola: Angolans Say Government Must Act On Climate Change, Even If It's Expensive
Citizens also want climate action from business and industry, developed countries, and ordinary people. Read more »