U.S. Policy Toward Africa

The Africa Program is committed to charting new directions for U.S.-Africa policy, providing forward-thinking analysis that spurs new insights and policy recommendations for the region. We examine how shifts in the economic, political, and security landscape, as well as the region’s foreign partnerships inform U.S. policy

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Overcoming Barriers to Humanitarian Access in Northern Ethiopia

The resumption of armed violence in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region, where 5.2 million people are in dire need of humanitarian support, threatens to undermine recent gains in humanitarian access.

Event — September 29, 2022

Unpacking the New U.S. Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan Africa

Join the CSIS Africa Program for a conversation unpacking the new U.S. Strategy Towards Sub-Saharan Africa.

Event — August 24, 2022

The Potential and Limits of the New U.S. Strategy for Sub-Saharan Africa

In a time of increasing geopolitical rivalry over Africa, the newly launched U.S. Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan Africa is an important first step to transform U.S.-Africa relations into strong partnerships.

Commentary by Catherine Nzuki and Mvemba Phezo Dizolele — August 17, 2022

Stability, Security, and Uganda’s Ever-Elusive Leadership Transition

What does democratic repression and authoritarian rule under President Museveni mean for Uganda’s democracy and stability? Michael Mutyaba and Maria Burnett explore the domestic, regional, and international ramifications of Museveni’s rule.

Commentary by Maria E. Burnett and Michael Mutyaba — August 12, 2022

The U.S. Toolkit to Address the Military Coup in Sudan

Sudan has been on a trajectory of rising instability and political uncertainty since last year's military coup. The United States has several tools to increase pressure on the military and leverage engagement to ensure a civilian-led, democratic outcome.

Commentary by Cameron Hudson — May 27, 2022

The Congo Hold-Up Investigation in Focus

Join the CSIS Africa Program for a virtual public event on the intersection of natural resources, corruption, good governance, and climate in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Event — February 17, 2022

The 3rd Annual Sahel Summit

On January 13, 2022, join the CSIS Africa Program and the European Union Delegation to the United States for The 3rd Annual Sahel Summit.

Event — January 13, 2022

Creating an Effective Net-Zero Partnership with Africa

U.S. climate envoys are warning African states to forego gas and oil development ahead of COP 26. Laird Treiber outlines limitations of this strategy and recommends a multi-pronged approach including methane capture and green minerals alongside natural gas development.

Commentary by Laird Treiber — October 19, 2021

Personal Ties: Measuring Chinese and U.S. Engagement with African Security Chiefs

Where, when, and how are senior African security chiefs engaged by China and the United States? The CSIS Africa Program sheds light on these trends with a new database measuring engagement with 454 current and former African security chiefs.

Brief by Judd Devermont, Marielle Harris, and Alison Albelda — August 4, 2021

Partnering for Peace in Sudan

Please join us for a conversation with CSIS Director of the Africa Program, Judd Devermont, Senator Chris Van Hollen, and Ambassador of the Republic of Sudan to the U.S., Nureldin Satti.

Event — July 19, 2021

Pacific Islands Media: Navigating a Sea of Challenges

International AI Policy: Outlook for 2025

The Last Four Years of Cyber Policy: A Retrospective

Book Launch - Genesis: Artificial Intelligence, Hope, and the Human Spirit

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