Africa: Half of Africans Give Their Governments Failing Marks On Education

Attainment advances among younger generations but reflects persistent disadvantages for women, the poor, and rural residents. Read more »

Africa: Emaswati Welcome Foreign Powers, Favour Free Trade

Most say African countries should have a greater say in international decision-making bodies such as the United Nations. Read more »

Africa: Who Owns a Bank Account in Africa?

Predictors of financial access and implications for domestic capital mobilisation Read more »

Africa: From Aspiration to Action - Barriers to Youth Empowerment in Africa

Educational gains have not translated into jobs for young citizens. Read more »

Africa: Religion and Prejudice: Micro-Level Evidence From Africa

People with no religious affiliation are least likely to express tolerance of religious differences. Read more »

Africa: The Dangerous Watchdog

How corruption shapes support for media scrutiny in Africa Read more »

Africa: Africans Strongly Support Women's Autonomy in Marriage and Reproductive Decisions, but Are Divided On Contraceptive Access

Large majorities favour sex education and allowing pregnant girls to stay in school. Read more »

Africa: Adapting to a Changing Climate

From household practices to policy priorities, climate change is impacting life across Africa. Read more »

Africa: Asking the Hard Questions - Challenges in Surveys On Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in Africa

Key findings Read more »

Africa: The Hidden Dimensions of Poverty in Africa: Water (In)security and the Lived Poverty Index

Key findings Read more »

Africa: Increases in Afrobarometer Interview Duration: Trends and Causes

Key findings Read more »

Africa: Are We There Yet? Interview Duration and Respondent Attitudes

Key findings Read more »

Africa: The Impact of Terrorism On Democratic Support in Africa

Undermining effect of chronic violence is especially strong in countries with robust liberal institutions and lower development. Read more »

Africa: Conflict Exposure and Health-Care Perceptions - Micro-Level Evidence From Africa

Data suggest link to poor medical services, disrespect, and bribe paying. Read more »

Africa: Africa's Digital Divide Is Closing, but Participation in the Digital(ised) Economy Remains Highly Uneven

Only about four in 10 citizens have the necessary access to devices, electricity, and the Internet. Read more »

Africa: Too Poor to Go Green?

How lived poverty blocks climate action in Africa Read more »

Africa: Demanding More: Does Education Increase Public Backing for Good Governance in Africa?

Findings highlight the potential of education to foster stronger, more accountable political institutions. Read more »

Africa: Annual Review of Political Science - Africa's Unfinished Democratic Journey: My Modest Part

From a village in newly independent Ghana to the forefront of the continent's democratic project Read more »

Africa: People-Centered Development - Why the Policy Priorities and Lived Experiences of African Citizens Should Matter for National Development Policy

Development agenda setting is a key function of governments. But since the Millennium Declaration was adopted in 2000,1 national development agendas have been increasingly shaped… Read more »

Africa: Determinants of Institutional Trust in Sub-Saharan Africa: Does Media Exposure Matter?

In shaping citizens' perceptions, media can play central role in development of public confidence. Read more »

Africa: Foreign Policy Congruence in Africa - Evidence On Free Movement and Free Trade

In unexpected ways, government action doesn't align with citizen preferences. Read more »

Africa: Is East Africa Doing Enough? Citizens' Views Point to Shortcomings in Child Protection in Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania

Respondents offer mixed assessments of government efforts to support vulnerable children. Read more »

Africa: Whom Do African Election Campaigns Contact? and Does It Matter?

Ruling and opposition parties are about equally active in canvassing - and not just to mobilise the base. Read more »

Africa: Decade of Destitution? Severe Lived Poverty Is Surging in Many African Countries

One in four citizens report going without basic necessities on a frequent basis. Read more »