thinktank.adafp.org

Pan-African Research & Policy

ADAFP Think Tank

Advancing democratic governance, economic development, and sustainable peace across Africa through rigorous research and evidence-based policy.

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African Nations

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Research Clusters

7

Senior Researchers

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University Partnership

About Us

Mission

The ADAFP Think Tank conducts rigorous research and policy analysis to advance democratic governance, economic integration, human rights, and regional peace across Africa.

Hosted at

Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, and hosted by the University of Johannesburg under a formal Memorandum of Understanding.

Research Clusters

Democratic Governance

Examining democratic institutions, electoral systems, constitutional reform, and governance capacity across African nations.

Economic Development

Research on African economic integration, trade policy, sustainable development, and inclusive growth strategies.

Rights & Social Justice

Focus on human rights protection, social equity, marginalized communities, and accountability mechanisms.

Peace & Security

Analysis of conflict dynamics, regional security challenges, peacekeeping mechanisms, and preventive diplomacy.

Leadership & Research Team

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Dr Khulu Mbatha
General Director
PhD in Philosophy (Friedrich-Schiller University, Germany). Former Special Adviser to President Motlanthe and International Relations Adviser to President Ramaphosa.
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Stevens Mokgalapa
Administrative Secretary
Head of International Relations, Build One South Africa. Former Mayor of Tshwane (2019-2020), Member of National Assembly (2009-2019).
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Asanji Burnley N.
Senior Researcher, Central Africa & Good Governance
Diplomat by training, Masters in International Relations (Cameroon). Co-founder & President of CACLiTA.
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Chofor Che Christian Aimé
Senior Researcher, Central Africa & Good Governance
LL.D from University of Pretoria. Specialist in constitutional law and decentralisation. Co-founder & Chair of Research, CACLiTA.
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Dr Mohamed Torshin
Senior Researcher, Horn of Africa
Sudanese researcher specializing in African geopolitics and Sudan conflict dynamics. Contributor to Noon Post, The New Arab.
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Hossameldin Ali
Senior Researcher, North Africa
Human rights defender and president of Egyptian Democratic Academy. Expert on democracy, human rights, and political participation.
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Dr Khadija Oum Bachair El Morabit
Senior Researcher, North & West Africa
Businesswoman, strategic advisor, entrepreneur. President of International Network of Liberal Women (INLW). Forbes Middle East 2013.
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AbdelKarim Bachar
Senior Researcher, Sahel
Chadian politician and scholar. Leader of Chadian Progressive Union. Expert on Sahel security and governance reform.
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Publications

Africa Security Report
Policy Analysis | 2026
Comprehensive analysis of transnational security threats, peacekeeping mechanisms, and preventive diplomacy strategies across Africa.
Africa Integration Review
Economic Policy | 2026
Assessment of continental trade agreements, economic integration pathways, and sustainable development strategies.
ADAFP Manifesto
Institutional Document | 2026
The ADAFP's founding principles, vision for democratic Africa, and commitment to continental cooperation and development.
Electoral Systems: Uganda & Cameroon
Comparative Analysis | 2026
Comparative study of electoral institutions, campaign finance, and democratic consolidation in Uganda and Cameroon.

Upcoming Events

Events Calendar Coming Soon

Check back for seminars, research workshops, and policy forums.

Partners & Affiliations

University of Johannesburg
Institutional host under formal Memorandum of Understanding. Provides infrastructure and academic support.
University of Amsterdam Human Rights Hub
Research collaboration on human rights, social justice, and democratic governance across Africa.
ADAFP
Pan-African alliance of 46+ member organizations from 24 African nations committed to liberal democracy.

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