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The aim is to explore how evidence informs policy making and practice in Africa from a policy-maker perspective.

May 24, 2026Open Access

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Introductory chapter explores evidence use by policymakers influencing outcomes in Africa, highlighting case studies.

The aim is to explore how evidence informs policy making and practice in Africa from a policy-maker perspective.
Utilized a case study methodology focusing on experiences from Benin, Ghana, Uganda, Kenya, South Africa, and the ECOWAS region.
Employed a realist approach to evaluate how interventions supporting evidence use impact individual and organizational behavior.
Documented the role of civil society in generating evidence for policy outcomes.
Demonstrated that interventions promoting evidence use led to enhanced capability and motivation among policymakers.
Highlighted the impact of evidence on policy outcomes through distinct case studies from various African countries.

Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.

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