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The African Insights 2026 Flagship Report is now available. Head to our website and explore what citizens across 38 African countries think about trade, migration, global partnerships, climate change and Africa's role in shaping global governance. Download it here: bit.ly/4xpcJPW #AfricanInsights2026 #VoicesAfrica
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Young Africans don’t need handouts. If we invest in building markets and lowering barriers, they’ll do the rest. See Afrobarometer’s analysis on @AfricaAtLSE: bit.ly/487zi0S #VoicesAfrica #Youth
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#InfographieDeLaSemaine : A travers 38 pays africains, un peu plus de quatre répondants sur 10 (43%) déclarent bénéficier d’un approvisionnement en électricité fiable, tandis que 41% ne sont pas raccordés au réseau électrique public ou n’ont jamais de courant disponible chez eux. Pour en savoir plus, consultez notre Profil Panafricain sur l’électricité : bit.ly/4xyyHPZ #VoicesAfrica #Électricité #ApprovisionnementÉnergétique
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#InfographicOfTheWeek: Across 38 African countries, only slightly more than four in 10 respondents (43%) say they enjoy a reliable supply of electricity, while 41% either have no connection or a connection that never works. Find out more in our Pan-Africa Profile on electricity: bit.ly/4xyyHPZ #VoicesAfrica #Electricity #EnergySupply
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Did you miss the news? Check out the top stories featuring Afrobarometer data this week. Discover more on our website: bit.ly/3GxB6CI #VoicesAfrica #WeAreAfrobarometer #ABInTheNews
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In East Africa, access to the electric grid grows, but reliable power lags as about four in 10 households turn to off-grid solar. Head over to our website to read more: bit.ly/4iBYvq8 #EastAfrica #Electricity #VoicesAfrica
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Two-thirds (66%) of Ugandans say the country is heading in the right direction, an 18-percentage-point increase since 2022. Head over to our website to read more: bit.ly/4ig53JU #Uganda #Corruption #Health #VoicesAfrica
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Can Afrobarometer’s Lived Poverty Index be improved Namibia experiment points to value of more nuanced response scale. Head over to our website for more details: bit.ly/4kc3XkR #VoicesAfrica #Namibia #EndPoverty
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Dans un contexte post-conflit en Côte d’Ivoire, la participation politique est plus probable si les citoyens perçoivent leurs élus comme étant à l’écoute et dignes de confiance. Rendez-vous sur notre site internet pour en savoir plus : bit.ly/4juJsQa #VoicesAfrica #Politics #Democracy
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In post-conflict Côte d’Ivoire, political participation is more likely if citizens see elected officials as responsive and trustworthy. Visit our website to find out more: bit.ly/4si1pnn #VoicesAfrica #Politics #Democracy
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#ThrowbackThursday: Delivering a keynote address at an @issafrica dialogue to explore the future of Africa-Europe relations, South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola (@RonaldLamola), cited Afrobarometer findings reflecting Africans' desire for their countries to have a stronger voice and greater influence in global affairs. Find out more in our flagship report: bit.ly/4xpcJPW Video credit: theDIRCOZA on YouTube #VoicesAfrica #AfricaEuropeRelations #AfricanFutures
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#ThrowbackThursday: In August, we launched Afrobarometer’s third annual African Insights flagship report at our new headquarters in Accra, Ghana. Let's relive the arrivals of our invited guests, speakers, and partners who made the day. Yet to read the report? Download it here: bit.ly/45Ds7MB #VoicesAfrica #AfricanInsights2026
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Afrobarometer data shows that across 38 African countries, 64% of citizens prefer democracy, but only 38% are satisfied with how it works. What will it take to close this gap and rebuild public trust? At the 3rd Good Governance Africa Annual Lecture, our Senior Advisor and Emeritus Board Chair, E. Gyimah-Boadi (@gyimahboadi), shares insights on rebuilding trust, accountability and institutional integrity in Africa’s new political era. Stay tuned for more. #VoicesAfrica #Democracy #GoodGovernance
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Are the effects of colonial rule reflected in how much today’s police and military are trusted? Evidence from Namibia says they are. Head over to our website to read more: tinyurl.com/yczkyv3x #VoicesAfrica #Namibia #Police
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Two months ago, Afrobarometer commissioned its new headquarters in Accra, Ghana, marking an important milestone in our growth and mission to amplify African citizens’ voices through research that informs policy and strengthens democracy. We are grateful to our partners, supporters, friends, board members, and staff who joined us to celebrate this milestone. Let's relive the highlights of this memorable day! #VoicesAfrica #AfricanInsights2026
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Grandes maiorias dos Cabo-verdianos são favoráveis à disponibilização de contracetivos a qualquer pessoa sexualmente ativa independentemente do estado civil (90%) e da idade (79%). Visite o nosso site para saber mais: bit.ly/3TJHO2M #VoicesAfrica #CaboVerde #SRHR
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Last month, Oge Onubogu joined @Afrobarometer to discuss key findings from its 2026 flagship report, African Insights 2026: Beyond Borders, which surveys 50,000+ people across 38 African countries. #CSISAfrica #AfricanInsights2026
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Only 43% of Africans enjoy a reliable supply of electricity, while 41% have no connection or say their connection never works. Head over to our website to read more in our Pan-Africa Profile on electricity: bit.ly/4xyyHPZ #Electricity #EnergySupply
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Amid rising perceptions of corruption, most Zimbabweans fear retaliation if they report it, new Afrobarometer study shows. Head over to our website to read more: bit.ly/4jmrjnr #VoicesAfrica #Zimbabwe #Democracy #Corruption
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Support the Afrobarometer mission to amplify the voices of citizens across Africa. Every donation helps us empower communities and drive positive change through data and research. Click here to donate: bit.ly/47oX9qO #VoicesAfrica #SupportOurWork
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Today is International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. Sadly, it seems economic insecurity still looms large in Africa: Across 38 countries we surveyed in 2024/2025, more than half (57%) of citizens report requesting financial assistance from family, friends or neighbours, or a religious or charity organisation. See our latest piece in @thecontinent_ for more. #InternationalDayForTheEradicationOfPoverty #EndPoverty #VoicesAfrica
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