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Research

Our research is grounded in the Institute’s commitment to excellence, integrity, innovation, and evidence-based impact, and contributes to shaping legal and policy frameworks across Africa and globally.

We produce high-quality scholarly outputs, including peer-reviewed publications, policy reports, and thought leadership, while actively engaging policymakers, civil society, academia, and industry.

Our Approach

Our research is:

• Interdisciplinary – spanning law, policy, economics, technology, and governance
• Impact-driven – informing real-world regulatory and policy reform
• Collaborative – built on partnerships across Africa and internationally
• Africa-focused – rooted in the continent’s realities and global positioning

Publications & Outputs

The Institute produces a diverse portfolio of outputs, including:

• Peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters
• Policy reports and advisory submissions
• Public scholarship

Our research engages cutting-edge issues such as:

• Climate litigation and human rights
• Water justice and affordability
• Digital governance and AI regulation
• Critical minerals and energy transition

Engagement & Impact

We actively disseminate research through:

• Webinars and seminars
• Conferences and public lectures
• Masterclasses and training programmes
• Policy dialogues and stakeholder engagement

This ensures our research contributes to legal development, institutional strengthening, and societal transformation.

Research Areas

Our work is organised across six key thematic areas. Each area brings together academic research, policy engagement, and practical implementation.

Explore each research area to learn more about our projects, publications, and events.