May 15
Lesotho: Most Basotho See Worsening Drought, Crop Failure, Erosion
Many citizens report having to adapt their work and personal lives to changing weather patterns. Read more »
Sudan: Amid Growing Insecurity, Sudanese See Lack of Police Professionalism
Nine out of 10 citizens say the government is doing a poor job of fighting crime. 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 »
May 09
Mauritius: Mauritians Voice Reservations About Immigration and Free Cross-Border Movement
Half see the economic impact of foreign workers as bad for their country. Read more »
May 06
Zambia: Zambians Prefer Democracy Despite Decline in Satisfaction With How It Is Working
After post-election peak, citizens' appraisals of their democracy drop off. Read more »
May 02
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 »
April 29
Uganda: Majority of Youth See Uganda As Moving in 'Right Direction,' but Economic Outlook Is Mixed
More than half say they have thought about emigrating, a significant increase since 2017. Read more »
April 15
Congo-Kinshasa: Congolese Favour Greater Gender-Equality Efforts, Especially in the Political Arena
Almost half of citizens - including a majority of men - say women should take a backseat to men when it comes to jobs. Read more »
April 14
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 »
April 11
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 »
April 04
South Africa: South Africans Give Mixed Reviews On Govt's Performance On Education
Attainment still reflects large gaps by economic status and race. Read more »
April 03
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 »
April 02
Uganda: Ugandans Say Govt Managed Pandemic Well, but Not Its Effects On Education
Majority of citizens are critical of government efforts to limit disruption and provide home-learning resources. 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 »
March 31
Uganda: Ugandans See Health As a Key Priority for Govt Action, Endorse Universal Access
Many say obtaining medical care is difficult, often requires a bribe. Read more »
March 30
Uganda: Ugandans Say They Enjoy Civic and Political Freedoms - How Many Exercise Them?
Opposition party supporters and Kampala residents are less likely to say they feel free to speak, associate, and vote. Read more »
Uganda: Most Ugandans Lack Medical Aid Coverage and Worry About Being Unable to Afford Care
Little-known National Health Insurance Scheme has strong public support among those who have heard of it. Read more »
March 29
Uganda: Ugandan Women Continue to Face Barriers in Public and Private Spheres
Ugandan women continue to face barriers in public and private spheres Read more »
March 28
Ethiopia: Ethiopians Applaud Covid-19 Response but Call for More Investment in Preparing for Future Health Emergencies
Majorities say using police or military to enforce health mandates, postponing elections, and censoring media are justified steps during a pandemic. Read more »
March 25
Uganda: Ugandans Optimistic About Country's Direction but Unhappy With Economic Management
Seven in 10 citizens experienced moderate or high levels of lived poverty during the previous year. Read more »
Uganda: A Deaf Democracy? Ugandans See Elected Officials As Unresponsive, but Still Prefer Democracy
Performance ratings for MPs and local government councillors have trended downward over the past decade. Read more »
March 24
Sudan: Most Sudanese Are Dissatisfied With Govt Efforts to Support Vulnerable Children
More than four in 10 say child abuse and neglect are common in their community. Read more »
March 21
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 »
March 19
Nigeria: Nigerians Say Country Is Headed in Wrong Direction, Oppose Fuel-Subsidy Removal
Economic issues dominate citizens' list of priorities for government action. Read more »
March 17
Zambia: Zambians Dissatisfied With Their Economy and the Country's Overall Direction
The increasing cost of living tops the list of the most important problems that Zambians want their government to address. Read more »
Afrobarometer (Accra)
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