Partnership for African Social and Governance Research (PASGR)

The Partnership for African Social and Governance Research (PASGR) is an independent, non-partisan, pan-African not-for-profit organization established in 2011 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. Operating across multiple African countries, it works to enhance research excellence in governance and public policy to improve the wellbeing of women and men. PASGR collaborates with higher education institutions, think tanks, civil society organizations, and policy actors to support policy-relevant research, deliver professional development courses, and facilitate collaborative higher education programs. Its core vision is to build a vibrant African social science community that actively addresses the continent's public policy challenges.PASGR carries out its mission through key initiatives like the Pedagogical Leadership in Africa (PedaL) initiative, collaborative master's and doctoral programs, and active research-policy communities such as Utafiti Sera. It coordinates programs addressing major developmental issues including food systems transformation, inclusive social protection, and water governance. With a footprint spanning 26 countries, PASGR has trained thousands of researchers, lecturers, and policy actors to foster evidence-informed decision-making and sustainable social transformation across Africa.