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CSIS scholars from the Africa Program, Middle East Program, Global Food and Water Security Program, Global Health Policy Center, Human Rights Initiative, and Project on Prosperity and Development work with and within the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department to research the most critical issues facing the African continent.

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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

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

Commentary by Daniel F. Runde — December 20, 2024

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

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

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Base Development in Mali Indicates Continued Russian Involvement

Commentary by Alexander Palmer, Joseph S. Bermudez Jr., and Jennifer Jun — December 10, 2024

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A Conversation with Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield: Reflecting on U.S.-Africa Relations

January 15, 2025 • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm EST

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Hosted by Africa Program

The Role of Religion and Spirituality in U.S. Security Assistance

January 8, 2025 • 2:00 – 3:00 pm EST

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Global Conflicts to Watch in 2025: Escalating Humanitarian Needs

December 13, 2024 • 9:30 – 10:30 am EST

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The DRC's Path to Peace and Regional Integration

December 12, 2024 • 12:00 – 1:00 pm EST

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Strengthening U.S.-Zambia Minerals Cooperation: A Fireside Conversation with His Excellency Ambassador Chibamba Kanyama and Jito Kayumba

December 11, 2024 • 9:30 – 10:20 am EST

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Hosted by Critical Minerals Security Program

Biden’s Trip to Angola: What to Expect

December 2, 2024 • 10:00 – 11:00 am EST

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A Shift in Power: Botswana’s Historic Election

November 14, 2024 • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm EST

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Investing in Global Climate Change Adaptation: The Emerging Resilience Economy

October 24, 2024 • 10:00 – 11:15 am EDT

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Strengthening U.S.-Zambia Minerals Cooperation: A Fireside Conversation with His Excellency Ambassador Chibamba Kanyama and Jito Kayumba

Please join the CSIS Critical Minerals Security Program for a conversation with Ambassador Chibamba Kanyama and Jito Kayumba on Zambia’s policy climate, recent advancements in U.S.-Zambia minerals cooperation, and opportunities for copper investment.

Event — December 11, 2024

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