Considering the diversity of evaluation approaches, it seems appropriate to ask which ones are best suited to the African context. For the past two decades, the African continent has become increasingly interested in the practice of evaluation. Between the demands of donors and the need for accountability, Africa is looking for tools to better conduct evaluations of development aid. However, it is not only a matter of institutionalizing evaluation and importing turnkey solutions but choosing the most appropriate approaches to the local contexts. Through a review of related literature, this article proposes three approaches deemed to be best adapted to the African context. Although they were developed in the West, they strongly integrate the context and stakeholders in the evaluation process and hence, through a practical, empowerment and evolving approach, Africa can adapt them to develop more effective evaluation practices.
