The South African Institute of International Affairs is an independent public policy think tank advancing a well-governed, peaceful, economically sustainable and globally engaged Africa. Founded in 1934, it is South Africa’s premier research institute on international issues. WHAT WE DO: Our work spans foreign policy, governance, the environment, economic policy and social development, linking local experiences with global debates. Our African-generated knowledge provides local and regional decision-makers with independent, evidence-based options for Africa’s future development. We provide an open platform for the public to engage with these issues, and facilitate discussions between a wide variety of partners. All our findings are freely available in the form of publications, videos, and opinion and analysis pieces. DID YOU KNOW? Over the years we have been consistently recognised as being among the leading think tanks in the world by the University of Pennsylvania's Global Go To Think Tank Index Report.