Publications

This publication explores the link between inequality and corruption in Nigeria and Mali. The author argues that despite democratization weak institutions contribute to the corrupt state. Furthermore,...chevron_right

This paper explores survey research in emerging democracies after the fall of the Berlin Wall. The authors focus on challenges that public opinion researchers face during fieldwork in and across these...chevron_right

This publication explores the salience and impact of ethnicity on Nigerian politics. Based on survey data, the author argues that identity in Nigeria is fluid and varied over time and shapes attitudes...chevron_right

This publication explores how ethnic fractionalization shapes voter attitudes in sub-Saharan Africa. Using survey data, the report draws a link between ethnic fractionalization and trust in political ...chevron_right

This publication discusses public satisfaction or dissatisfaction with health and education services in Africa. The author focuses on users' poverty status and their specific experiences with service ...chevron_right

Cette étude s'intéresse à la citoyenneté des Malgaches et aux rapports qu’ils entretiennent avec la politique. Elle est basée sur les données de l’enquête Afrobaromètre réalisée en 2005. Cette enquête...chevron_right

This paper presents detailed findings regarding the indicators of popular demand for democracy and mass perception of the supply of democracy for 18 African countries. It reveals that the status of de...chevron_right

This publication examines the link between democratic values and citizen’s perceptions of public safety in Africa and Latin America. The authors' analyze four countries: Chile, Nicaragua, Nigeria and ...chevron_right

This paper examines deficiencies in multiparty elections in Africa. The authors focus on aspects of governance and accountability in the states' transition toward democracy. The analysis draws on the ...chevron_right

This publication explores the attitudes of South Africa's adult citizens in terms of the country's new system of local governance. A survey conducted in January-February 2006 reveals that South Africa...chevron_right

This paper discusses the political performance of Nigeria and asks where public sentiment under Nigeria's Fourth Republic stands in relation to the democracy system. Based on data from surveys conduct...chevron_right

This paper discusses some of the key findings of a 2005 survey on Tanzania's public attitude toward the country's economic performance. It reveals that while there has been significant economic growt...chevron_right

This paper discusses the top national priorities of South Africa in need of government attention. Based on 2006 Afrobarometer survey data, it identifies the top five priorities – unemployment, housing...chevron_right

This paper discusses changes in the perception of corruption in South Africa from 1995 to 2006. A survey of a representative sample of 2,400 South Africans shows a re-awakened cynicism about governme...chevron_right

This paper discusses the extent to which citizens can access public services and interact with the state in South Africa. It reveals that despite the government's substantial investment in the countr...chevron_right