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Public Trust and the Future of Policy Institutions in Africa

05
June 2026
By Helmut Sorge & Denis Foretia

In this episode of the Policy Center for the New South Podcast, Denis Foretia discusses the growing trust deficit between citizens and institutions across Africa. He highlights how think tanks can rebuild public confidence by becoming more inclusive, citizen-centered, and responsive to local realities. The conversation also explores the role of evidence-based policymaking in an era of misinformation and examines how emerging technologies, including AI, can strengthen policy research and public engagement

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