Cameron Hudson is an analyst and consultant on African peace, security, and governance issues. He was previously a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Africa Center, where his research focused on the democratic transitions and conflict in the Horn of Africa. Previously, Cameron served as the executive director of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide. Cameron also served as the chief of staff to successive presidential special envoys for Sudan during the period of South Sudan’s separation from Sudan and the Darfur genocide. He served during the Bush administration as the director for African affairs on the staff of the National Security Council at the White House. He started his government career as an intelligence analyst in the Africa Directorate at the Central Intelligence Agency. He has also worked in democracy and governance with the United Nations, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, and the International Organization on Migration. His commentary on Africa issues has been featured by, among other outlets, the BBC, Al Jazeera, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Foreign Policy, Voice of America, and National Public Radio. He is a graduate of the University of Virginia and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University.

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Seven Months of Conflict in Sudan

More than one million people have fled Sudan to neighboring countries while more than seven million Sudanese have been internally displaced since April.

Event — November 30, 2023

Avoiding the ‘Libya Scenario’ in Sudan

Prospects for a clean end to the Sudan conflict and the restoration of a transitional government currently appear nonexistent, leaving the international community with few options for avoiding further division and crisis.

Commentary by Cameron Hudson — November 14, 2023

Press Briefing: Previewing the Second Russia–Africa Summit

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) will host a call-in press briefing on Thursday, July 20, at 9:00 a.m. EDT, to preview the Second Russia–Africa Summit and the Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum.

Event — July 20, 2023

Great Power Competition Implications in Africa: The Russian Federation and its Proxies

Since the start of the Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, there have been considerable efforts by Russia to quicken and deepen its efforts across the Africa. By targeting military, political and business elites, Russia is capable of exerting country-wide and even regional influence while keeping largely secret the details of its relationships.

Congressional Testimony by Cameron Hudson — July 18, 2023

Why Are Foreign Powers Scrambling to Court Africa?

Africa's population boom and critical minerals could power future economic growth globally. Becoming Africa's partner of choice is not only a priority for the United States, but also for China, Russia, France, and emerging global powers.

Commentary by Cameron Hudson — April 26, 2023

The Truth of the Matter

Sudan: Battle to the Death

CSIS’s Cameron Hudson joins the podcast to discuss the outbreak of civil violence in Sudan, its causes, and the humanitarian crisis because it.

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz and Cameron Hudson — April 26, 2023

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What Is Driving Violent Unrest in Sudan?

The power struggle between two armed factions in Sudan has broken out into open warfare. The deadly conflict has dire implications for civilian life and humanitarian needs in the country, as well as long-term stability.

Critical Questions by Cameron Hudson — April 18, 2023

What Africa Experts Are Watching in 2023

To preview some of the top stories in 2023, the CSIS Africa Program presents its annual list of key countries and issues to watch this year.

Commentary by Mvemba Phezo Dizolele Catherine Nzuki William Mark Bellamy Mimi Alemayehou Maria E. Burnett Emilia Columbo Ryan Cummings Cameron Hudson and Laird Treiber — March 8, 2023

U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit: What's On The Agenda?

CSIS Africa experts discuss the opportunities and challenges for strengthening ties between the U.S. and African countries during the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit.

Transcript by Mvemba Phezo Dizolele and Cameron Hudson — December 13, 2022