Research and Reports

The Kratos Institute provides cutting‑edge analysis at the intersection of governance, early‑warning systems, and U.S. foreign policy. Using the Political Diagnostic Toolkit (PDT), we identify emerging risks in political systems across Africa and other world regions, highlighting the institutional shifts, elite dynamics, and governance patterns that shape U.S. strategic interests, amidst the influence of other Great Powers.

Our work delivers evidence‑based insights, risk assessments, and policy briefs that help U.S. agencies, development partners, and research institutions anticipate instability, strengthen democratic resilience, and navigate complex geopolitical environments. From executive overreach and electoral manipulation to foreign influence operations and regional security threats, we focus on the developments that matter most for U.S. engagement, aid effectiveness, and strategic competition.

Through rigorous analysis and applied research, the Kratos Institute equips policymakers and practitioners with the tools needed to understand political realities on the ground and make informed decisions that advance stability, governance, and U.S. interests worldwide.