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Delivering the Mandate? An Assessment of the Government of Zambia’s Performance 2021-2025
Did the government of Zambia deliver on its most important promises? Our first Zambia Barometer report breaks down 248 key pledges across five sectors, such as the economy, governance, social services, climate change, and corruption. Of the total promises, 6 are fully implemented, 169 are in progress to be completed, while 2 have been broken. Find out what’s been achieved and where the work isn’t done yet. https://doi.org/10.59186/SI.2NWG358Z
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Shifts in the Land and Agrarian Question in Africa
Preface – by Brian Kagoro The book offers a powerful and unflinching analysis of Africa’s agrarian crisis, framing land as both a site of global power struggle and internal elite exploitation resulting in dispossession, dehumanisation, and conflict at colonial-era levels. The poor remain trapped between predatory land deals and corrupt national systems, leading to dispossession,
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Community Foundations and the Philanthropy Ecosystem
Community Foundations in Malawi and Zimbabwe are shaping local philanthropy with both strengths and challenges.
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Mining and the Development Agenda
An overview of revenue reporting in the mining sector in Zimbabwe – This report exposes critical transparency gaps in Zimbabwe’s mining sector and offers a strategic roadmap for inclusive, accountable resource governance that rebuilds public trust and drives sustainable growth. https://doi.org/10.59186/SI.PWCGW793
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Finding their feet: South Africa’s Government of National Unity First Anniversary Report
The 2025 Barometer Report presents a rigorous assessment of South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU) during its first year in office (July 2024–July 2025). Drawing on data from the South Africa Citizens Watch Platform, it tracks progress on 121 key commitments made by President Cyril Ramaphosa in his Opening of Parliament Address and the
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New Faces, Same Challenges? A Five-Year Performance Review of Government Action in Malawi (2020–2025)
The 2025 Malawi Barometer Report offers a rigorous, data-driven assessment of the Government of Malawi’s performance from 2020 to 2025. Informed by the African Citizens Watch platform, the report tracks 204 electoral promises made by the Malawi Congress Party across five key sectors—Economy, Governance, Corruption, Climate Change, and Social Services. Drawing on verified sources from
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Africa’s Path – New Insight
Africa stands at a crossroads—rich in potential, yet navigating complex global and domestic challenges. The latest Insight from Dr Murisa offers a timely and thought-provoking analysis of the continent’s evolving trajectory. From shifting geopolitical alliances to the urgent need for economic resilience and inclusive governance, this piece unpacks the forces shaping Africa’s future. Key Themes
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New insight: AI in Africa: Do we understand its potential (for democracy and economic growth)?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often hailed as a game-changer — a force capable of reshaping how societies function, how decisions are made, and even how economies grow. But how much of this transformation is Africa truly prepared for? In this new insight, we take a grounded, non-expert look at AI’s unfolding role in Africa’s democratic
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INSIGHT: Gangsterism: A New Form of Power. Can the accountability movement respond?
Our latest article Gangsterism: A New Form of Power explores the growing influence of gangsterism in global and local governance. It highlights how criminal networks, from Albanian mafias to corrupt government officials, are driven by greed and power, disregarding laws and ethical standards. The author argues that this phenomenon is not just about crime but
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REPORT: Contemporary CSR Trends in Zimbabwe
Contemporary CSR Trends in Zimbabwe: An Analysis of Publicly Listed Companies. This comprehensive analysis covers the corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities of companies listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) and the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VFEX) from 2018 to 2023. Key highlights from the report include:
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