Research & Information

This unit focuses upon policy dialogue and research. It contains a specialised library and produces numerous publications,

Mission

To contribute to knowledge creation on democracy, elections and governance in Africa through research, publications, policy, dialogue, networking and information resources.

Thematic areas for our work

  • Political institutions
  • Elections and democracy
  • Gender and governance
  • Democracy assessment
  • African continental and regional integration (including NEPAD and governance)

Methodology

Policy Dialogue

As part of its information dissemination role, the research department conducts regular policy dialogue with other institutions, organisations and individuals

 
 

Annual Symposium

The EISA Annual Symposium attracts the participation of about 500 scholars, policy makers, political parties, parliamentarians, government officials, civil society organisations, donors & representatives of African organisations.

JAE

Read about the accredited Journal of African Elections.