The Road to the Africa Leader’s Summit

From the 13th to the 15th of December, the United States will host the United States-Africa Leaders’ Summit

This is only the second time that the US has convened such a high-level, high-stakes Africa-centered event. Given Africa’s growing importance and the high expectations around the summit, CSIS Africa experts highlight pressing topic areas to be considered during these proceedings.

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African Fintech Is Booming despite Challenges

Though cash remains critical in day-to-day African market activities, the space for payment digitization and fintech capital is rapidly expanding with the aid of policy instruments like AfCFTA and PAPSS on the continent.

Commentary by Rafiq Raji — December 8, 2022

U.S. Priorities in Eastern Africa

The upcoming Africa Leaders Summit is an opportunity for the United States to address the war in Ethiopia, insecurity in Somalia, and support the region's economic recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Commentary by William Mark Bellamy — December 8, 2022

Minding the Gap at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit

Mvemba Phezo Dizolele and Cameron Hudson unpack how the Biden administration can overcome the trust deficit between the U.S. and African countries at the upcoming U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit.

Commentary by Mvemba Phezo Dizolele and Cameron Hudson — December 6, 2022

Drones Galore: Changing Battlefields

Drone defense technology use is emerging across African battlefields, with few policy safeguards, codes of conduct, and security frameworks to protect vulnerable populations.

Commentary by Will Brown — December 6, 2022