Clarification note: Following the validation and publication of this report in October 2025, after an independent research process, this revised edition dated 4 December 2025 reflects AfricTivistes’ commitment to transparency. It replaces the initial edition while maintaining the integrity of the analyses produced. In a context marked by rising disinformation and foreign interference, AfricTivistes has […]

In an increasingly digital electoral landscape, where artificial intelligence shapes access to information, AfricTivistes and Democracy Reporting International (DRI) today publish a study assessing the performance of chatbots in the face of democratic challenges. Conducted in April 2025, the research focused on five generative AI tools (Copilot, Gemini, ChatGPT-4o, ChatGPT-4omini, and Claude) and their ability […]

As a pan-African network at the intersection of technology and democracy since its inception in 2015, AfricTivistes is proud to present its 2025-2029 Strategic Plan. Marking ten years of existence, this document is a call to action for agents of change and partners who share our vision of an Africa where civic tech serves as […]

AfricTivistes has just launched the AfricTivistes CitizenLab Mauritania app! This new mobile platform , dedicated to civic information, gives a voice to young people in #Mauritania , and is now available for free download. Thanks to this application: Access reliable and verified information on civic engagement, good governance, and more. Discover local data and analyses […]

The third issue of AfricTivistes Citizen Lab Benin Magazine is now available online. This special edition highlights current challenges regarding human rights through exclusive investigations, in-depth analyses, and impactful testimonies from those engaged in this struggle. This new issue of the publication offers a comprehensive reflection on human rights in the face of contemporary challenges. […]

The Taxaw Temm toolkit is a treasure trove of information, offering detailed guidance to help protect yourself against cyberbullying, particularly sexual harassment—a scourge increasingly affecting women and girls. The toolkit was developed as part of the Taxaw Temm Aar Sunu Bopp campaign, the third phase of the AfricTivistes Women Cybersecurity project, in collaboration with Internews. […]