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Research at Agence Française de Développement (AFD)
Cities, natural resources, social cohesion, climate… AFD’s researchers are at the forefront of analyzing and understanding the issues and realities related to the Group’s areas of intervention.
The goal? To engage in dialogue, share knowledge, address the practical questions raised by field actors, and contribute fresh ideas to the international debate.
Understanding research at AFD
Climate change, biodiversity conservation, preservation of social cohesion, global crises…
Our research and studies contribute to the analysis of the many challenges facing the planet and its people. Because anticipating and understanding better means being able to act more effectively.
© Pierre Terdjman / AFD
Our programs
At the heart of AFD Group’s research are: the fight against inequality; ecological transition; the commons-based approach to sustainable development; and economic analyses of the countries where we operate.
At the intersection of several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this multidisciplinary and innovative work is structured around flagship programs and gives special priority to the African continent.
© Didier Gentilhomme/AFD
Our collections
The publishing house Éditions Agence française de développement releases research and evaluation work on sustainable development, carried out in collaboration with numerous partners from both the Global North and South.
With a catalog of over 1,000 titles and an average of 80 new publications each year, Éditions Agence française de développement promotes the sharing of knowledge and expertise.
© Kibuuka Mukisa Oscar / AFD
Our online publications
Explore all of AFD’s research publications including studies, policy briefs, research papers, and macroeconomic analyses on a dedicated platform.
A filtering feature allows you to refine your search by theme, geographic area, and more.
© Alain Goulard/AFD
Our researchers
Thanks to the expertise of a multidisciplinary team, AFD draws on methods and tools from a variety of fields including economics, demography, sociology, urban planning, climatology, and ecology to inform reflection on transitions and identify the most appropriate public policies.
© Alain Goulard/AFD
Key research figures at AFD
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5 signature research programs with a distinctive and innovative approach
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108 contracted studies and research initiatives in 2023
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50% of the total amount of commissioned studies and research work in 2022 focused on Africa
