The African Centre for Citizenship and Democracy functions as a research ‘clearing house’ for research on citizenship, development and democracy within the School of Government at the University of the Western Cape and within the EMS Faculty. The Centre also brings together local, regional and national doctoral and post doctorate research and is aimed at creating a vibrant space in which both more senior and younger scholars can share their work. The Centre adds value to the postgraduate programmes of the School of Government by bringing new insights and research perspectives on citizenship and related themes to the courses presented.