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Special Envoys Can Elevate Africa Under Trump

During Donald Trump’s previous term, a variety of regional special envoys were an effective approach to navigating Africa’s complex political landscape. For his new term, appointing five envoys should be considered to strengthen U.S. diplomatic engagement on the continent.

Commentary by Cameron Hudson — January 14, 2025

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Special Envoys Can Elevate Africa Under Trump

During Donald Trump’s previous term, a variety of regional special envoys were an effective approach to navigating Africa’s complex political landscape. For his new term, appointing five envoys should be considered to strengthen U.S. diplomatic engagement on the continent.

Commentary by Cameron Hudson — January 14, 2025

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Decoding demographics with Dr. Jennifer D. Sciubba

Catherine Nzuki is joined by Dr. Jennifer D. Sciubba, President and CEO of the Population Reference Bureau and one of the foremost experts in the field of political demography. 

Podcast Episode by Catherine Nzuki — January 9, 2025

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The AGOA Ship Is Sinking: Congress Must Act Now to Save It

The African Growth Opportunity Act (AGOA) is set to expire in 2025. Congress must act now to save it if the United States wants a real partnership with Africa, to properly compete with China, and to advance American interests and values.

Commentary by Daniel F. Runde — December 20, 2024

The Afropolitan

Africa’s bid for two permanent UNSC seats (with Amb. Martin Kimani)

This holiday season, we’re dreaming of a just and representative global order. Catherine Nzuki is joined by Ambassador Martin Kimani, PhD, the Executive Director of New York University’s Center on International Cooperation. He was previously the Permanent Representative of Kenya to the United Nations (UN).

Podcast Episode by Catherine Nzuki — December 19, 2024

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Sudan’s Humanitarian Crisis: What Was Old Is New Again

It is critical that in its final days the Biden administration set in place a functioning structure that will carry over to the next administration and ensure no gap in attention or response to Sudan’s crisis.

Report by Cameron Hudson and Michelle Strucke — December 17, 2024

Global Conflicts to Watch in 2025: Escalating Humanitarian Needs

This discussion brings together humanitarian experts, policy leaders, and field practitioners to reflect on the landscape of humanitarian need, particularly in conflict settings, in 2024 and look forward to which areas need attention in 2025.  

Event — December 13, 2024

The DRC's Path to Peace and Regional Integration

This discussion will explore the ongoing conflict in eastern DRC, prospects for regional peace, and the DRC’s economic and geopolitical integration since joining the EAC.

 

Event — December 12, 2024