Africa: The Trust-Accountability Tradeoff

Political trust may be good for democracy, but it's also associated with weaker demand for accountable governance. Read more »

Africa: Democracy - Faltering Demand in Africa?

Fewer than half of citizens consider their country a democracy and are satisfied with the way democracy is working. Read more »

Mali: Few Malians Support Women's Autonomy in Decisions About Marriage and Childbearing

Majorities endorse teaching sexuality education and keeping pregnant girls in school. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerians Worry About Access to Medical Care Amid Widespread Lack of Health Insurance

Majority of citizens say the government should ensure universal access to health care, even if it means higher taxes. Read more »

Africa: Social Cohesion in Africa: Bonds, Belonging, and the Common Good

Most citizens express tolerance for ethnic, religious, and national differences but want to limit immigration. Read more »

Uganda: Most Ugandan Homes Lack Water and Toilets

Half of citizens report going without enough clean water during the previous year. Read more »

Mozambique: Natural-Resource Extraction in Mozambique - Citizens Are Deeply Dissatisfied With Community Participation

Most say little information is available about how proceeds are used. Read more »

Mali: Malians Say Climate Change Is Making Life Worse, Call for Collective Action

Majority support investment in infrastructure and renewable energy. Read more »

Zambia: Zambians Call for Freedom and a Watchdog Role for the Media

Most citizens say information about government budgets and contracts should be accessible to the public. Read more »

Cameroon: Unemployment, Pessimism, and Rising Interest in Emigration Mark Cameroon's Youth

Young citizens say the government is failing on key priorities. Read more »

Uganda: Ugandans Want Free Media That Helps Hold Government Accountable

Radio remains the country's most popular source of news. Read more »

Seychelles: Seychellois Endorse Media's Oversight Role, but Many Doubt That It Is Truly Free

Majority of citizens say public should have access to information held by government authorities. Read more »

Africa: São Toméans Support Free Movement Across Borders, but Many Say Crossing Them Is Difficult

More than two-thirds of citizens say they have considered moving abroad. Read more »

Mali: Ad1216 - Most Malian Youth See Their Country As Headed in the Right Direction

Even so, majority say they have considered emigration. Read more »

Gambia: Most Gambians Have Considered Emigrating, Primarily to Seek Economic Opportunities

Majorities say the government should reduce or eliminate entry by foreign job seekers and refugees. Read more »

Nigeria: Trading Privacy for Peace? Violent Conflict and Support for Government Surveillance in Nigeria and the Broader African Context

Violent conflict and support for government surveillance in Nigeria and the broader African context. Read more »

Kenya: Most Kenyans Embrace Diversity, but Many Perceive Ethnicity-Based Discrimination

More than eight in 10 citizens value their national identity at least as highly as their ethnicity. Read more »

Uganda: Ugandans Embrace Unity in Cultural Diversity, but Perceptions of Ethnic Bias Are On the Rise

Most citizens see more that unites Ugandans than divides them. Read more »

Mozambique: Mozambican Women Encounter Obstacles to Employment, Education, and Public Leadership

A majority of citizens say police and courts should do more to protect women and girls from discrimination and harassment. Read more »

Africa: The Challenge of Women's Empowerment in Africa: Wide Gaps Still Limit Opportunities for Rural Women

In education, asset ownership, and access to technological and financial resources, the urban-rural divide compounds the gender gap. Read more »

São Tomé and Príncipe: São Toméans Enjoy Broad Electricity Coverage, but Connection and Reliability Gaps Persist

Seven in 10 citizens support government investment in wind and solar technologies even if it leads to higher energy costs. Read more »

Uganda: Ugandans Identify Basic Services As Priorities for Government Intervention, Report High Levels of Bribery When Trying to Access Some of Them

Despite preference for lower taxes, citizens would support higher taxes to fund education and health care. Read more »

Ethiopia: Rural Citizens Bear the Brunt As Most Ethiopians Still Lack Reliable Electricity Supply

Majority give government poor marks on energy provision. Read more »

West Africa: Digital Exclusion and Access to Basic Services in West Africa: Disentangling Individual From Territorial Effects

Evidence points to digital infrastructure and education as critical investments. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Majority of Zimbabweans Pan Government Performance On Water and Sanitation Services

Half of citizens say their household experienced repeated shortages of clean water during the past year. Read more »