Malawi: Wp225 - Corruption Perceptions and Democratic Attitudes: Micro-Level Evidence From Malawi

Perceived graft reduces trust and satisfaction, but not support for democracy. Read more »

South Africa: Ahead of Municipal Elections, South Africans Vent Frustration With Local Government

Trust in local councillors declines as perceptions of corruption rise. Read more »

Namibia: Ad1187 - Amid Gloomy Economic Outlook, Namibian Youth Identify Unemployment As the Country's Most Urgent Problem

Almost half of young citizens say they've considered emigrating. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Zimbabweans Support Women's Autonomy in Marital and Reproduction Choices, but Hold Mixed Views On Contraceptives and Abortion

Majorities endorse sex education and allowing pregnant pupils to stay in school. Read more »

Botswana: Rural, Poor Basotho Hit Hard By Lack of Access to Electricity Grid

Slim majority of citizens enjoy a reliable supply of electricity. Read more »

Zambia: Amid Electricity Crisis, Zambians Favour Ending State Monopoly, Investing in Solar and Wind Power

Only one in 25 citizens enjoy reliable power from the national grid. Read more »

South Africa: Democracy On Shaky Ground in South Africa As Dissatisfaction With Its Functioning Abounds

Majorities reject dictatorship and one-party rule, but fewer than half are opposed to military rule. Read more »

Lesotho: Access to Justice? Most Basotho Doubt They Could Afford to Take Their Cases to Court

Fewer than half of citizens are confident that ordinary people can obtain justice in the legal system. Read more »

South Africa: Withdrawing From Democracy? South Africans Increasingly Trust Army, Support Military Rule

A majority of citizens see it as legitimate for the armed forces to take control of government if elected leaders abuse their power. Read more »

Malawi: Malawians Hold Nuanced Views On Open Trade, Support Greater African Say in Global Forums

Few citizens are familiar with the AfCFTA. Read more »

South Africa: Pp102 - Democracy and Its Discontented: What Drives Demand for Democracy in South Africa?

Citizens' attitudes toward democracy still hinge on government performance. Read more »

South Africa: South Africans Split On Effectiveness of GNU At Solving the Country's Problems, Say Elected Officials Should Prioritise Voter Demands

Majority see ruling coalition as evidence of the country's unity in diversity. Read more »

South Africa: Basotho Women Still Face Social Barriers to Work and Leadership Roles

Most citizens say police and courts should do more to protect women and girls against discrimination and harassment. Read more »

Zambia: Zambians Support Women's Autonomy in Marriage and Reproduction Decisions, but Strongly Oppose Abortion

Citizens endorse sex education in schools but want restrictions on access to contraceptives. Read more »

Malawi: Most Malawians Support Girls' Re-Enrolment After Pregnancy and Women's Reproductive Decision Making, but Oppose Abortion

Views are mixed on whether to make contraceptives available regardless of people's age and marital status. Read more »

Lesotho: Basotho Support Sexuality Education, Access to Contraceptives Regardless of Age, Marital Status

Most citizens support women's autonomy in marriage and childbearing decisions. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Amid Worsening Drought and Crop Failure, Zimbabweans Support Government Investment in Climate-Resilient Infrastructure, Green Energy

Most citizens say rich countries should help Zimbabwe respond to climate crisis. Read more »

Namibia: Namibians See Abortion As Justified in Some Contexts

Eight in 10 citizens say that women should make their own decisions about the number and timing of children they want. Read more »

Malawi: Malawians Say Droughts, Floods, Soil Erosion Have Worsened, Call for Swift Government Action

Many report adjusting crops, water use, and livestock practices in response to changing weather patterns. Read more »

Zambia: Zambians Hold Positive Views On Access to Justice, Though Few Are Aware of Legal-Aid Services

Majority express confidence that ordinary people can obtain justice in the courts. Read more »

Southern Africa: Emaswati Say Climate Change Is Making Life Worse, Call On Rich Countries to Act

Majorities say crop failure and soil erosion have become more severe in their area over the past decade. Read more »

South Africa: South Africans Oppose Immigration, Express Mixed Attitudes Toward Foreigners

Large majorities would reduce or eliminate entry by foreign workers and refugees. Read more »

South Africa: South Africans Embrace Ethnic Identity, Distrust Other Ethnic Groups

More than four in 10 citizens say the government discriminates against their ethnic group. Read more »

South Africa: South Africans Lament Govt Performance On Improving Basic Health Care

Most citizens say they worry about obtaining or affording medical care when they need it. Read more »

Malawi: Leave No Malawian Offline? Understanding the Country's Persistent Gender Digital Divide

Although Internet usage has gradually increased for both women and men, the gender gap has widened over time. Read more »