Media

I contribute to public discussions on democratic resilience, polarization, and campaign messaging in multiethnic societies. 

Good Authority

10 essential reads on African politics for summer 2025

Ramaphosa maintains calm amid Trump’s genocide allegations

Six things you should know about Gabon’s election  

Good Playlist: Hear the songs shaping Africa’s elections 

Despite Africa's digital media boom across huge access gaps persist

Afrobarometer

Africa’s shifting media landscapes: Digital media use grows, but so do demographic divides 

Tanzanians express trust in police but cite shortcomings in professional conduct

Malawians demand greater government efforts for gender equality

Liberians cite corruption, lack of professionalism among police failings

Angolans look to government, one another for action on the environment

Angolans say government must act on climate change, even if it’s expensive

African citizens’ message to traditional leaders: Stay in development, stay out of politics

Amid progress on women’s rights, Namibians see gender-based violence as priority issue to address

Declining performance: Africans demand more government attention to educational needs

Washington Post / Monkey Cage

As Africa Climate Week begins, Africans want action, research finds

The Punch

Mortgaging Nigeria’s future (1) 

Mortgaging Nigeria’s future (2)

The Nation

Educating the Girl Child

Policy Briefs

Expert perspective: Africa's citizens demand for climate action

Enhancing Multilateralism in the 21st Century

Research Methods

3 techniques to build empathy with research participants

Five things every researcher should know about image manipulation

5 tips for reviewing a review article

6 things to consider when transitioning from academia to industry

4 tips to avoid accidental plagiarism