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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

Angola: Angolans Express Mixed Views On Migration, but Majority Have Considered Moving Abroad

Majorities say the government should reduce the number of foreign job seekers and refugees it allows to enter the country. Read more »

Kenya: Kenyans Value Multiparty Democracy, but Fewer Feel Close to a Political Party

Party affiliation has declined sharply over the past decade. Read more »

Gambia: Gambians Call for Climate Action, Including Assistance From Wealthy Countries

Citizens say changing weather patterns have forced adjustments in crops, water sources, livestock. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Zimbabweans Grow Increasingly Dissatisfied With Government's Provision of Electricity

Only one in seven citizens enjoy a reliable supply of electricity from the national grid. Read more »

Gambia: Access to Justice in Gambia: Courts Seen As Untrustworthy, Unfair, and Ineffective

Fewer than half of citizens think ordinary people can obtain justice in the courts. 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 »