April 19
Africa: For Peace in Africa, Boost Regional Blocs - - Like West Africa's Ecowas
ECOWAS has proven it can solve crises. But like U.N. and other bodies, it needs updating. Read more »
April 10
Africa: How 'Traumatic Decarbonization' Can Impact Political Stability and Peace
In fragile oil-producing states, the sudden loss of hydrocarbon revenues can undermine peace and governance. Read more »
April 09
Africa: Critical Minerals in Africa - Strengthening Security, Supporting Development, and Reducing Conflict Amid Geopolitical Competition
USIP Senior Study Group Final Report Read more »
Africa: Why Africa's Critical Minerals Are Key to U.S. National Security
USIP report offers ways for the United States to diversify its critical mineral supply chains through mutually beneficial partnerships in Africa. Read more »
March 21
Africa: U.S. Plans to Build Africa's Infrastructure Bring Opportunities, Challenges
Creativity needed to secure supply chains and avoid pressuring African countries to pick between the United States and China. Read more »
February 08
Africa: Suddenly, Senegal Is a New Risk for Democracy in Africa
U.S., African and international partners should join to help Senegalese defend constitutional rule. Read more »
December 08, 2023
Africa: Meaningful Action Needed to Check Human Rights Abuses
On its 75th anniversary, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights matters more so than ever. Read more »
November 07, 2023
Africa: 10 Years On, Mandela's Model Can Build Peace in a Despairing World
A decade after Nelson Mandela died, our world needs his twin focus: justice and reconciliation. Read more »
October 23, 2023
Africa: How Israel vs Hamas Impacts Regional Relations
Former Egyptian diplomat Hesham Youssef looks at what these unfolding events mean for the region and what comes next. Read more »
August 23, 2023
Africa: Why the Brics Summit Could Be a Big Deal
Despite divisions among the BRICS members, there is an emerging consensus that the international order is not working and a new one is needed. Read more »
April 06, 2023
Africa: In Africa, Here's How to Respond to Russia's Brutal Wagner Group
Moral condemnation won’t help. The U.S. and West should enable African-led changes for better governance and security. Read more »
December 08, 2022
Africa: Will the U.S.-Africa Summit Address U.N. Security Council Reform?
African leaders have long sought Security Council reform. With new momentum and U.S. support, it could finally come to fruition. Read more »
Africa: America and Africa Need a New Partnership
The U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit — and Africa’s ‘Agenda 2063’ — provide the opportunity. Read more »