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Commentary, opinion, and stories from across the SIVIO network on governance, civic life, and development in Africa.
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The Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) 100 Days in Office: Tracking Government Actions/Inactions Against Electoral Promises in Botswana
The Umbrella for Democratic Change-led government celebrated 100 days in office on 12 February 2025. In the run-up to this anniversary, the Vice President and Minister of Finance Ndaba Gaolatlhe presented the country’s 2025/2026 budget proposals[1], which is also the first budget proposal by the new government. In this regard, this is a key policy
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POLL: Governance Challenges in Africa
Governance Challenges in Africa Governance challenges in Africa are multifaceted, with accountability being a central issue. Despite the occurrence of elections, many African democracies struggle to deliver transformative development, often resembling undemocratic regimes where elites prioritize personal gain over public service. The lack of accountability among public officials has led to stagnation in development, with
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The Big Bet for 2025: Revitalizing Accountability in African Democracies
Big Bet 2025: Revitalizing Accountability in African Democracies As we step into 2025, there is a palpable sense of anticipation for a brighter future across various facets of our lives, including the state of our democracies. The past year has been a mixed bag for African nations, with several countries undergoing elections that yielded new
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2024: The year democracy was tested in Africa
Originally posted on Mail & Guardian: https://mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2024-12-24-2024-the-year-democracy-was-tested-in-africa/ At the beginning of the year, Africa was scheduled to have presidential or general elections in 19 (35%) countries. A total of 180 million eligible voters were expected to make their mark. This was a test for democracy and institutional capacity to successfully provide oversight and ensure smooth transitions, given
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Building a Concerted Movement of Youths and Women for Democracy and Development
Over the past 11 months, we have had the privilege of collaborating with 15 inspiring Zimbabwean leaders, dedicated to building robust advocacy organizations and empowering their movements. Our team has been diligently working to strengthen these movements through an intensive Policy Advocacy Lab process. Together, we have delved deep into the critical issue of access
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Whose Gig Economy is it anyway? – MozFest House Zambia
With the rise of fintech, new challenges like privacy, security, and equitable access are emerging. In this session of MozFest House Zambia, Belinda Chaora joins a panel to unpack these issues with the presenting sponsor, Visa. The panel cuts through the noise to address the real impact of financial technology. Listen to the session below
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Our Team is part of the APN Assembly 2024
The APN Assembly serves as the flagship event of the APN, bringing together members, their partners, and field practitioners. Its purpose is to facilitate the sharing of experiences, new knowledge, and collective reflections on the development of Africa, while; we collectively promote the voice and action for African philanthropy. https://assembly.or.tz/ Our team is in Victoria Falls
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Community Foundations of Zimbabwe Network
On the 4th of November 2024, we hosted the second face-to-face convening of Community Foundations of Zimbabwe in Victoria Falls. Out of the 12 organisations currently making up the network, 11 attended the meeting. The meeting started with understanding the perceptions of why attendees thought they had gathered. Attendees listed their expectations or what they
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AJIS Volume 4 – Africa’s Quest for Inclusion: Trends and Patterns
African Journal of Inclusive Societies Launches Fourth Volume: “Africa’s Quest for Inclusion: Trends and Patterns” The African Journal of Inclusive Societies (AJIS) is proud to announce the release of its fourth volume, titled “Africa’s Quest for Inclusion: Trends and Patterns.” This latest edition delves into the multifaceted efforts and ongoing challenges faced by African nations
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Research Update: Data collection complete for CPE 2024 survey
SIVIO Institute has since the beginning conducted an annual survey of Zimbabwean Citizens’ Perceptions and Expectations (CPE) of their government. Throughout October, the team of enumerators were busy around the country interviewing citizens from all ten provinces in Zimbabwe. The methodology has been consistent across the 5 years as the team employs a quota sampling
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