Samuel Balongo
@sbalongo
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Nairobi
Joined April 2009
The latest @Afrobarometer Pan-Africa Profile reveals stark #gender and #education gaps in support for women’s autonomy over childbearing. Explore the full report: https://t.co/c67TnV9K5F
#VoicesAfrica #Gender #SRHR
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Who is responsible for causing climate change? Climate-change-literate Africans attribute responsibility equally to domestic and international actors. More in @afrobarometer latest report: https://t.co/R3GVtRsQku
#VoicesAfrica #ClimateChange #IDSResearchAgenda
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Most climate-change-literate citizens say climate change is making life in their countries worse. Explore Afrobarometer’s latest Pan-Africa Profile on climate change for more insights: https://t.co/zLFTG6woMv
#VoicesAfrica #ClimateChange
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(1/7) Last week, Afrobarometer, in partnership with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (@WFD_Democracy), hosted a side event at the 2025 Electoral Integrity in Africa Summit in Lusaka, Zambia. The session brought together experts from election observer networks, research
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Today, Afrobarometer and the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (@WFD_Democracy) co-hosted a side event at the 2025 Electoral Integrity in Africa Summit (#EIS2025) in Lusaka, Zambia. Our Director of Surveys, Dr. Boniface Dulani, presented findings on African citizens’ views
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Afrobarometer, in collaboration with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD), will co-host a side event at the Electoral Integrity in Africa Summit II, taking place on 11–12 November 2025 in Lusaka, Zambia. Our Director of Surveys, Boniface Dulani, will join a panel of
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The 2025 Electoral Integrity in Africa Summit kicked off today in Lusaka, Zambia, under the theme “Defending Democracy and Reclaiming Civic Space: A Continental Call for Electoral Integrity and Inclusive Governance.” Join us tomorrow for our side event, co-hosted with the
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Yesterday, our Director of Research, Prof. Paul Kamau, engaged in discussions at Addis Ababa University with Dr. Abraham Seyoum, Head of the Centre for Rural, Regional & Local Development Studies, & Prof. Tesfaye, Director of Research and Innovation #IDSResearchAgenda #WeAreUoN
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Happening in an hour! Join us for the Afrobarometer and the Population Institute (@PopInstitute) breakfast side event at the 2025 International Conference on Family Planning (#ICFP2025) in Room B, Ágora Bogotá Convention Center, as we discuss Afrobarometer’s latest #SRHR
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A big thank you to our esteemed speakers, partners, and participants for making the policy dialogue on citizen engagement for democratic governance and conflict prevention a truly enriching exchange. Your participation and insights were invaluable. #VoicesAfrica #Democracy
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@Afrobarometer, @AUECOSOCC & @AmaniAfrica_, launched a policy dialogue on “Leveraging Citizen Engagement for Democratic Governance in Africa.” The event draws on data from AB’s 2nd Flagship Report (2025) & brings together diverse stakeholders. #Democracy #Governance #Africa
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We’re live from Addis Ababa! The #PolicyDialogue on leveraging citizen engagement for democratic governance and conflict prevention is underway! Hosted by Afrobarometer, Amani Africa (@africa_amani) and ECOSOCC - African Union (@AU_ECOSOCC), this dialogue connects data, policy,
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Happening Now! Our Director of Research, Prof. Paul Kamau ( @PKKamau536 ), is currently presenting @afrobarometer findings on citizen engagement for democratic #governance and conflict prevention.
We’re live from Addis Ababa! The #PolicyDialogue on leveraging citizen engagement for democratic governance and conflict prevention is underway! Hosted by Afrobarometer, Amani Africa (@africa_amani) and ECOSOCC - African Union (@AU_ECOSOCC), this dialogue connects data, policy,
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Day 3: Session 7 cont'd... Mr. Samuel Balongo , Afrobarometer is sharing insights on citizens' perceptions on democratic practices in Africa. @afrobarometer
Day 3: Session 7. Civil Society and think tanks'' voice on SDG16 & Moonshot 3 progress on the continent: achievements and setbacks. Mr. Kone Ngolo from the Ivory Coast 🇨🇮 explores how the country has advanced monitoring & integrated #Agenda2063 indicators into national plans.
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Today @afrobarometer had an opportunity to make a presentation in a meeting by @APRMorg on the place of data in shaping Agenda 2063 and SDG 16 in Africa. @sbalongo noted that APRM and Afrobarometer are meant for each other. The CSOs from @Data4GovAfrica added their voice on this
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We’re less than a week away from our high-level #PolicyDialogue in partnership with Amani Africa (@africa_amani) and ECOSOCC - African Union (@AU_ECOSOCC) Join our speakers as they share expert insights on how citizen engagement can strengthen conflict prevention and democratic
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🎙️ Our Director at @IDS_UONBI, Prof. Paul Kamau, will be among the distinguished panellists at next week’s high-level #PolicyDialogue co-hosted by @afrobarometer, @africa_amani & @AU_ECOSOCC 🗓️ 3 Nov 2025 | 14:00 EAT 🔗 Join us:
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Join us for a policy dialogue on leveraging citizen engagement for democratic governance, co-hosted by Afrobarometer and Amani Africa.
We’re less than a week away from our high-level #PolicyDialogue in partnership with Amani Africa (@africa_amani) and ECOSOCC - African Union (@AU_ECOSOCC) Join our speakers as they share expert insights on how citizen engagement can strengthen conflict prevention and democratic
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We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Afrobarometer Methods Note Series — short, accessible publications that take you behind the numbers to explore the choices, challenges, and innovations shaping our surveys. From pioneering a telephone panel survey in South Africa to
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In Madagascar, citizens want democracy but willing to accept military intervention if elected leaders abuse power, survey shows Head over to our website to read more: https://t.co/l931dGKWkp
#Madagascar #VoicesAfrica #Democracy
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A Madagascar, les citoyens veulent la démocratie mais sont prêts à accepter une intervention militaire si les dirigeants élus abusent de leur pouvoir, selon un sondage. Rendez-vous sur notre site pour en savoir plus : https://t.co/QrbZh9ZlZZ
#VoicesAfrica #Madagascar
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