Voices from the Field
Through the eyes of local experts and actors, ConstitutionNet’s ‘Voices from the Field’ series offers a monthly look at constitution building processes as they are unfolding on the ground around the world. Contributions take the form of interviews with, and opinion pieces from, constitutional experts, lawyers, practitioners and other engaged citizens in the field for a fresh and original look at issues of importance to local populations during the drafting, adoption and implementation of constitutions.

Voices From The Field
10 February
In the World of Constitution-Building in 2024 and 2025 Forecast

Voices From The Field
29 March 2024
Burkina Faso’s Constitutional Reforms: Disputed Legitimacy Versus Decided Legality

Voices From The Field
31 January 2024
In the World of Constitution-Building in 2023

Voices From The Field
22 December 2022
In the World of Constitution Building in 2022

Voices From The Field
29 January 2018
Beyond term limits: Burkina Faso’s attempt to tame the presidency and to strengthen constitutional checks

Voices From The Field
14 December 2017
Constitution building in 2017 through the lens of ConstitutionNet’s Voices from the Field

Voices From The Field
2 March 2017
Innovations in the draft Constitution of Burkina Faso
Voices From The Field
21 December 2016
Constitution building in 2016 through the lens of ConstitutionNet’s Voices from the Field

Voices From The Field
30 May 2016
Burkina Faso’s constitutional reform process to accommodate the spirit of the popular uprising

Voices From The Field
30 July 2015
Term Limits and Democratic Consolidation in Sub-Saharan Africa: Lessons from Burundi