Civic Space Dashboard
Explore data on the state of civic space for election observers in Africa.
Civic Space Map
Overview of the state of civic space in Africa
Civic Space Status in Africa
Interactive Map Visualization
Region-based visualization available below
West Africa
East Africa
North Africa
Central Africa
Southern Africa
Note: A detailed interactive SVG map of Africa will be implemented in the final version.
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Regulatory Framework
Existing laws offer limited protection to citizen observers. Some restrictions persist in practice.
Administrative Constraints
Accreditation procedures have become more complex and bureaucratic, limiting observers' ability to operate effectively.
Relationship with Electoral Management Body
Communication has improved, but access to certain information remains limited.
Security and Well-being
Threats and intimidation have been reported against observers in several regions.
Access to Electoral Data
Access to electoral data remains difficult, with significant delays in the publication of information.
Access to Funding
Significant restrictions on foreign funding sources limit operational capabilities.
Dialogue and Consultation
Very few platforms exist for constructive dialogue on observation recommendations.
Perception of Observers
Perception is gradually improving, but disinformation campaigns persist.