Nicole Beardsworth is an accomplished academic researcher and authoritative voice in her field. She is an African and Afrophile who has dedicated her career to studying political parties, elections, and politics in several African countries, including Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. Nicole holds a PhD in Politics and International Studies from the University of Warwick, an MSc in African Studies from the University of Oxford, and an MA in International Relations from the University of the Witwatersrand. Her extensive research portfolio includes positions at prestigious institutions such as the University of York, the University of Pretoria, and the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation. During her career, Nicole has authored numerous academic papers and presented at several international conferences. She is passionate about promoting democracy and social justice, making her an ideal education and research partner for institutions seeking to enhance their African-related social, political, and economic understandings.