This narrative report evaluates the Acacia Research and Learning Forum through the lens of the program’s Theory of Change. After twelve years of research capacity development, network building, and contributions to policy dialogue and scholarly publications, Acacia is experiencing both triumphs and tensions. Internet access and broadband infrastructure are major issues in many African countries. Acacia supports relevant ICT4D research that can be communicated to the public, the media and policy makers in order to effect positive social, economic, political, and cultural change, and spur technical and social innovation in Africa
