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Policy brief and research report design
Policy briefs, research reports and white papers designed for the people who decide.
An online service for organisations worldwide, from our studio in Kigali, Rwanda.
In short
Decision-makers read the first page and the charts. TrueStory Africa designs policy briefs, research reports, white papers and case studies with a clear hierarchy, key messages up front, sourced charts and readable layouts, in English, French and Kinyarwanda.
01 · What is included
Policy brief and research report design
- Policy briefs and key-message pages
- Research reports and working papers
- White papers and case studies
- Charts and tables from your data
- Citation and source styling
- Accessible digital PDF
02 · Who it is for
Who it is for
- Think tanks and research institutes
- Government ministries and agencies
- UN agencies and NGOs
- Universities and academic projects
03 · Typical timeline
1–3 weeks from final text, depending on length.
Every timeline is agreed in writing in the quote.
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Share your dates, location and goals. We will reply within a few hours and send a clear written quote within two working days.
- 01Your brief
- 02A short call
- 03Written quote
No work starts until you approve the quote.
Or email hello@truestoryafrica.com · +250 780 355 911
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05 · Questions
Questions people ask
How long should a policy brief be?
Usually two to four pages: the key message and recommendations first, then the evidence, with one or two charts.
Can you edit the language for non-specialists?
Yes. We edit for plain language while keeping the meaning and the sources.
Do you design in French?
Yes. We design and edit in English, French and Kinyarwanda.
Work with us
Ways to work with us
- 01
Fixed-scope projects
A film, photo story, report or campaign with a defined brief, timeline and deliverables.
- 02
Monthly or quarterly retainers
A dedicated storytelling partner for ongoing content, visibility and social media.
- 03
Framework agreements
Call-off support for organisations with recurring documentation needs.
- 04
Event & campaign packages
Conferences, launches and campaigns covered from start to finish, with edited photos shared live, session by session.
- 05
Local production support
Research, locations, crews and logistics for international agencies filming in Rwanda.