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Research Reports
In-depth publications exploring governance, philanthropy, and civic life across the African continent.

The Electoral Promises and Government Performance Nexus
24 March 2026
Siphosami Malunga
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2025 Citizen Pulse: Views, Priorities, and Expectations of the Government in Zimbabwe
The report captures how Zimbabweans perceive the performance of their government and what they expect from elected officials since the 2023 Harmonised Elections.
The findings are drawn from a comprehensive survey of 2,006 citizens, representing all ten provinces.
10 March 2026
Kumbiraishe Sibesha | Nolwazi Ndlovu | Eddah Jowah
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Settling In Amid Fiscal Challenges: An Assessment of the Government of Botswana
This report evaluates the Government of Botswana’s first year in office after the UDC ended 58 years of BDP rule, analysing progress on 171 manifesto promises across five sectors. Using the Botswana Citizens Watch Tracker and building on our 100‑day review, it assesses how the new administration has navigated its early reform agenda.
4 March 2026
Mokaloba Mokaloba | Matron Muchena
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