Analysis of Informal Institutions and Arts & Humanities Outcomes in Malawi: An African Perspective

Key Points

• The research aims to clarify debates on informal institutions and their effects on arts and humanities outcomes in Malawi.
• Conducted a policy analysis using national and regional policy documents.
• Identified structural constraints and local innovations in the arts and humanities.
• Emphasized the need for context-specific approaches and empirical foundations.
• Found evidence of persistent structural constraints affecting arts and humanities.
• Noted emerging local innovations that vary across contexts and sectors.
• Argued for the importance of inclusive, locally grounded strategies and improved data transparency.

Abstract