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Anja Osei is a Professor at the Freie Universität Berlin, leading the Comparative Politics of Africa research group. She completed her PhD in African Studies at the University of Leipzig in 2010 and has established a robust research portfolio, particularly in African politics and political sociology. Her work focuses on democratization and electoral autocracies, enriched by her postdoctoral experience at the University of Konstanz, where she led the project 'Do Legislatures Enhance Democracy in Africa?' funded by the European Research Council. Osei's current research includes case studies from several African countries, analyzing the role and effects of parliamentary systems within various political regimes. She has a significant publication record, which includes numerous journal articles and monographs that contribute to the understanding of political elites and their networks in Africa. Her contributions have shaped the discourse on political representation and accountability in West Africa, making her a prominent figure in her field.
Freie Universität Berlin • Berlin, Germany
Leading the Comparative Politics of Africa research group.
University of Konstanz • Konstanz, Germany
Led the EU-funded project 'Do Legislatures Enhance Democracy in Africa?'
University of Konstanz • Konstanz, Germany
Worked at the Chair of International Relations and Conflict Management.
Administered by the Department of Political and Social Sciences.