Who do Africans trust most? Not presidents, police or parliaments
Presidents, Heads of State and other dignitaries follow proceedings on September 5, 2023, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi during the second day of the Africa Climate Summit 2023.
A recent Afrobarometer study has shown declining trust in public institutions over the past decade among African citizens. Study findings call into question the credibility and legitimacy of state institutions like the presidency, parliament and security forces, including the police. The study also shows that many Africans still believe in traditional and religious figures, raising concerns about the effectiveness of governments. It also highlights the disconnect between state officials and the public. The Conversation Africa asked Koffi Améssou Adaba, a political sociologist and one of the authors of the Afrobarometer study, to unpack this loss of trust and its implications.
