Institute for Governance Reform

Most Africans want a news media that is free of government interference (65%) and helps hold leaders accountable (72%). Head over to our website to read more in our latest Pan-Africa Profile: bit.ly/4mQNqCa #VoicesAfrica #PressFreedom #Media

IGR’s novel report reveals that at least 80 precent of the NLe211,301,884 (equivalent to USD17.8m) allocated for the procurement of rice for prisoners from 2016 to 2023 was a wasteful expenditure. See full report: igr-sl.org/media-and-comm…

Across Africa, educational attainment advances among younger generations but reflects persistent disadvantages for women, the poor, and rural residents. Find out more in the latest @Afrobarometer Pan-Africa Profile on education: tinyurl.com/mrxs2y8t #VoicesAfrica #SDG4

Given a choice of employment sectors, a majority of African youth would prefer to start their own business, while those seeking employment favour the public sector over the private sector and NGOs. More in @Afrobarometer’s latest report: tinyurl.com/mptmst6w #VoicesAfrica

The latest @Afrobarometer Pan-Africa Profile shows young Africans cite health, unemployment, and education as the most important problems they want governments to resolve. Explore the full report: tinyurl.com/mptmst6w #VoicesAfrica #youth #africanyouth

What are the primary barriers to youth employment? African youth cite inadequate training, lack of work experience, unwillingness to work certain jobs, and mismatch in skills and training. More in @Afrobarometer’s Pan-Africa Profile: tinyurl.com/mptmst6w #VoicesAfrica #youths

IGR report reveals serious gaps in the Wellington–Masiaka toll road deal: $21m is raised yearly, yet only $1m has been paid to GoSL revenue. Contract payments remain undisclosed, and similar concerns arise with the Sierra Leone e-passport contract. igr-sl.org/media-and-comm…

IGR's new series, ‘Sierra Leone’s Political Marathon’, reveals less grassroots inclusivity in the main parties' internal democracy. Among 26 rumoured aspirants for APC and SLPP leadership, only Mr. Shiekh Kamara, 'Jagaban' of APC, has over 50% support. igr-sl.org/media-and-comm…

In Sierra Leone, popular trust in the national electoral commission has dropped by nearly half since 2018, falling from 64% to 34%. Head over to our website to read more: bit.ly/4oYtGMq #SierraLeone #Trust #VoicesAfrica

Among Africans who are climate-change aware, about two-thirds (64%) cite “human activity,” while 21% attribute climate change to “natural weather patterns or natural processes.” Find out more in Afrobarometer’s latest Pan-Africa Profile on climate change: bit.ly/4nU572C

Meet the speakers for the upcoming webinar hosted by Afrobarometer, in collaboration with Think Africa Partnership’s Evidence for Transformation (E4T) Network. Together, they will share evidence-based insights and discuss policy options that can expand opportunities for African youth. Register and join us on 11 December 2025: tinyurl.com/3u8z3f3n #YouthEconomy #VoicesAfrica

KUSH in Sierra Leone: 70% of citizens want hasher punishment; 69% want stiffer boarder control. See @afrobarometer report: afrobarometer.org/articles/sierr… #kush #drugs #youths #SierraLeone

A significant majority (62%) of those who had heard of the plans "disagree" or "strongly disagree" with the government's proposal to divide the city into multiple municipal management units. See full report: igr-sl.org/media-and-comm…

The summary of results for the Afrobarometer Round 10 survey in Sierra Leone is now available. Head over to our website for more details: bit.ly/3WopQQP #SierraLeone #VoicesAfrica #AfrobarometerRound10

As we observe the International Day of Democracy, @afrobarometer data shows that Sierra Leoneans strongly support democracy (78%). However, only 51% are satisfied with how democracy functions in the country.

Big news this week! We’re rolling out our brand-new Online Data Analysis Video Training Library! Whether you’re a student, civil society representative, journalist, policymaker, or engaged citizen, this easy-to-navigate playlist of short videos will give you the skills to analyze our public attitude data like a pro. Stay tuned here and on our website for the official launch. #VoicesAfrica

Majority of Sierra Leoneans want to leave the country, mostly to find work, escape poverty. Head over to our website to read more: bit.ly/4gdOxZv #SierraLeone #Migration #VoicesAfrica

Is Sierra Leone a modern-day "kingdom of kush"?According to almost all of our survey respondents, the synthetic drug is wreaking havoc across the country. See our latest @thecontinent_ piece for more. #VoicesAfrica #SierraLeone #Kush

An overwhelming majority (93%) of Sierra Leoneans say governments should be required to promote regional and ethnic balance in making political appointments. Read more here: tinyurl.com/yryhjade #SierraLeone #Tolerance #VoicesAfrica

#InfographicOfTheWeek: If African governments were able to increase their expenditures to help young people, job creation tops the list of investment priorities for citizens (cited by 48%), followed by education (16%), job training (14%), access to business loans (13%), and social services such as health and drug-abuse prevention (8%). Find out more in our upcoming webinar on youth aspirations, scheduled for 29 August. Register here: tinyurl.com/3k98bc2w #InternationalYouthDay #VoicesAfrica