Nigeria: Nigerians Favour Open Trade, Call for Greater African Voice in International Decision-Making Bodies

Majorities welcome the economic and political influence of China, the United States, ECOWAS, and the AU. Read more »

Benin: Short On Jobs, Benin's Youth Range Between Economic Gloom and Cautious Optimism

More than half of young adults have considered emigrating, mostly to escape economic hardship or to find work. Read more »

Ghana: Ghanaians Lack Trust in Courts, Consider Other Dispute-Resolution Avenues

Fewer than half of citizens think ordinary people can obtain justice in court. Read more »

Cape Verde: Mixed Reviews - Cabo Verdeans Divided Over Government Performance On Child Welfare

Most citizens say resources are available in their community to help children who are abused, have a disability, or have mental or emotional problems. Read more »

Sierra Leone: Sierra Leoneans Urge Political Cooperation As Trust in Electoral Commission Falls to New Low

But most feel free to choose whom to vote for, believe their vote is secret, and say they did not fear violence during their last election. Read more »

Ghana: Ghanaians Support Women's Autonomy but Are Divided On Abortion and Contraceptives

Most citizens back sex education and letting pregnant girls stay in school. Read more »

Mali: Malians Welcome Influence of Russia, China, and AES, Side With Russia On the Ukraine War

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

Mali: Malians Are Sceptical of Free Cross-Border Movement and Want Fewer Immigrants

One in four adults say they have considered emigrating. Read more »

Gambia: Gambian Women Still Face Barriers to Equality in Education, Employment, and Participation in Politics

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

Mali: Malians Call for Universal Health Care, See Health As Top Priority for Government Action

Only one in seven adults say they have medical aid coverage. Read more »

Mali: Insecurity and Institutional Trust in the Context of a Coup d'État

The case of Mali Read more »

Sierra Leone: Large Majorities of Sierra Leoneans Favour Cross-Party Collaboration Over Divisive Politics

Most citizens say governments should be required to promote regional and ethnic balance in making political appointments. Read more »

Benin: Beninese Approve of Government's Covid-19 Response Except for Provision of Assistance

Majority of citizens say the government should invest more in preparations for future health emergencies. Read more »

Burkina Faso: Burkinabè Approve of Covid-19 Response Despite Corruption, Inadequate Assistance

Majority of citizens think their government is prepared to deal with future public health emergencies. Read more »

Burkina Faso: Burkinabè Trust the Police Despite Concerns About Corruption, Misconduct, and Insecurity

Only one in four citizens say the government is doing a good job of reducing crime. Read more »

Benin: Beninese Trust Police Despite Concerns About Insecurity, Excessive Force, and Corruption

More than three-fourths of citizens approve of the government's performance on reducing crime. Read more »

Nigeria: Facing Lack of Economic Opportunity, Nigerian Youth Want Government Action On Jobs and Cost of Living

Share of young citizens who have thought 'a lot' about emigrating has tripled since 2017. Read more »

Liberia: Barriers to Education, Work, and Security Persist for Liberian Women Despite Support for Equal Rights

Eight in 10 citizens say police and courts should do more to protect women and girls from discrimination and harassment. Read more »

Ghana: To Borga or Not? More Young Ghanaians Consider Emigrating in Search of Economic Opportunity

Most youth see their country as moving in "the wrong direction." Read more »

Burkina Faso: Young Burkinabè Voice Dissatisfaction With Their Country's Direction, Government's Performance

Insecurity is their top priority for government action. Read more »

Cape Verde: Cabo Verdeans Count On One Another and the Government to Safeguard the Environment

More than three-fourths of citizens say pollution is a serious problem in their community. Read more »

Nigeria: Let the Poor Breathe! Poverty and Anti-Government Protests in Nigeria

Unrest highlights growing demands for better governance and economic reforms. Read more »

Liberia: Most Liberians Optimistic That War and Economic Crimes Court Will Help Ensure Accountability

Despite desire to "move on," majority think new court will provide justice for victims of civil war crimes. Read more »

Benin: Benin's Youth See Gains in Education Amid Persistent Economic Challenges

Fewer than half of young citizens expect things to get better in the near future. Read more »

Ghana: Majority of Ghanaians Consider Emigration - Young and Educated Most Likely to Look Abroad

But most say the government should reduce the number of immigrants it allows to enter the country. Read more »