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Why perceptions matter: How Africans experience democracy

1 h 25 min · 13 feb 2025
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In this episode, the mic is turned as Keo Mbebe interviews me about my research on governance, democracy, and public perceptions in Africa. We discuss how everyday experiences shape democratic perceptions, the type of democrat emerging in Africa, and whether democracy is truly working for its people. From elections in SADC to the role of governance in shaping civic engagement, this conversation unpacks the complexities of African democracy beyond indexes and international rankings.

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