Migration and gender equality – what does the evidence tell us?

This Brief provides a summary of key guidance for Sida staff on assessing ODA (Official Development Assistance) in the field of migration. The guidance draws on the principles and criteria issued by the OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC) with the goal to preserve the integrity of ODA. When it is difficult to determine the main objective of the activity, please consult with statistics@sida.se.

Purpose and use

This evaluation of Afrobarometer (AB) was commissioned by the Embassy of Sweden in Addis Ababa covering January 2023–December 202. AB is Africa’s leading source of independent public-opinion data, informing policy and development decisions across 42 countries. The review assessed AB’s relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency and sustainability to guide future support.

Conclusion

AB is highly relevant and trusted for its independence and methodological rigour. It delivers quality data and analysis with strong capacity-building, though outreach remains urban-focused. Governance and efficiency are robust, and sustainability measures are advancing. Key challenges include timeliness, wider dissemination, stronger African Union engagement and inclusion of marginalised groups.

Recommendation

The Embassy should maintain core funding and pursue donor harmonisation. AB should refine its Theory of Change, strengthen inclusive research, safeguard methodological autonomy and improve dissemination through timely, accessible and localised products. Expanding capacity-building, diversifying financing and securing African Union presence are essential for resilience and policy impact.