Payton Knopf (USIP) emphasizes the need for multilateral engagement that responds to the aspirations of the people. Listen to the entire discussion with Judd Devermont, Nilanthi Samaranayake (CNA), and Housam Darwisheh (Institute of Developing Economies) in the latest episode of Into Africa. Plus, learn about the GERD, the UK-Mauritian dispute over Diego Garcia, and more: http://ow.ly/dinj50Bv8wa
U.S. policy toward Africa has been mired in old thinking for too long. In his latest brief, Judd Devermont describes a new policy framework built on more engagement with African counterparts and an expansion of public diplomacy and repetoire.
Read it now: bit.ly/NewUSPolicy
Professor Elizabeth Schmidt analyzes Ivorian President Ouattara's decision to run for a third term in the latest podcast episode of Into Africa.
Listen to Professor Schmidt, Program Director Judd Devermont, Ambassador Hank Cohen, and Professor Adebayo Oyebade discuss Côte d'Ivoire, Nashville's vibrant diaspora, and the legacy of U.S. policy toward Africa: bit.ly/IAUSPolicy
Rahmane Idrissa discusses France's complicated relations with Africa in the newest episode of Into Africa. Ambassador Jeff Hawkins & Program Manager Marielle Harris join the discussion on Françafrique, Mali's political crisis, and the Central Africa Republic's upcoming elections.
Listen to the full episode: megaphone.link/CSIS9200924766
Mali's political crisis is rapidly escalating as a coalition of thousands of opposition supporters, civil society organizations, and others join in anti-government demonstrations. Program Director Judd Devermont sat down with Chicago Council on Global Affairs to discuss Mali and the regional security implications it has for the region.
Listen to the episode of Deep Dish now: bit.ly/DDMali
Into Africa: It's an Infodemic!
"A destabilized Burundi is not good for the region," former Ambassador to Burundi Dawn Liberi says in her conversation with Host Judd Devermont on the importance of a peaceful transition following the death of President Pierre Nkurunziza and subsequent inauguration of his successor. Listen to the latest on Burundi, Kenya, misinformation in Africa, and more: megaphone.link/CSIS1186083552
Three Questions With the Africa Program: Ahunna Eziakonwa (UNDP)
Ahunna Eziakonwa, Assistant Administrator and Director of the UNDP Regional Bureau for Africa, discusses how the continent can rebuild post-Covid-19. She highlights three best practices:
1. Create a compassionate and effective political order
2. Innovate in the economy
3. Invest in a new social contract
Into Africa: There's an App for That
In the latest podcast episode of Into Africa, Ilana Cohen from GSMA Mobile for Development explains the need for expanded internet access and accelerated tech development for Africans during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Listen to the conversation now: bit.ly/D-GTech
3 Questions with the Africa Program: Patrick Gaspard
On the latest "3 Questions with the Africa Program," Patrick Gaspard, president of Open Society Foundations, explains how Covid-19 is moving the needle on democracy and economic justice around the world, especially in Africa.
Viruses and VEOs
On the latest Into Africa episode, CSIS senior associate and journalist Will Brown discusses the threat that Covid-19 poses to African governments, international partners and their ability to address humanitarian crises.
Listen to the full episode here: http://bit.ly/VirusesandVEOs
Online Event: Digital Solutions to Covid-19 and Urban Challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa
Join the CSIS Africa Program on Thursday, May 21 for a discussion on how digital technologies are playing a critical role in solving some of the region’s most pressing health, economic, and social challenges, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. Panelists include Worku Gachou (Managing Director, Africa, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation), Astrid Haas (Policy Director, International Growth Centre), and Max Cuvellier (Head of Mobile for Development).
Register to attend here: bit.ly/DSCSIS
How Can the U.S. Help Alleviate the Humanitarian Crisis in Northeast Nigeria?
In a recent “3 Questions with the Africa Program,” CSIS Expert Jake Kurtzer discusses the impact of Covid-19 on the humanitarian crisis in Northeast Nigeria. He explains that, in charting a way forward, bureaucratic restrictions need to be lifted to allow humanitarian agencies the access they need to respond.
To learn more about the situation, read the full report here: bit.ly/NEReport
Testify with Judd Devermont: China’s Strategic Aims in Africa
Last week, program director Judd Devermont testified before the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission, on China’s security and military presence in Africa. He noted China’s expanding military capabilities and commitment to strengthening bilateral relationships.
Listen to the full testimony to learn more about the implications of China’s involvement in sub-Saharan Africa here: bit.ly/TestifyJDUSChina
The Shape of Africa to Come
On the latest Into Africa episode “The Shape of Africa to Come,” Jonathan Rosenthal (Africa Editor at the Economist) discusses the future of Africa and the necessity of centering the agency of Africans when analyzing future projections.
Host Judd Devermont was also joined by guests Erin Sikorsky (National Intelligence Council) and Jakkie Cilliers (Institute for Security Studies). They also explore the widespread abuses by security forces during Covid-19 enforced lockdowns and Lesotho’s Prime Minister Tom Thabane’s decision to step down.
Listen to the full episode: https://www.csis.org/podcasts/africa
Progression of COVID-19 in Africa
What does the gradual spread of COVID-19 in Africa look like? For the past few weeks we have been tracking cases across the continent. For more information on the pandemic in Africa, visit: bit.ly/COVID-19Africa
NEW: Three Questions with the CSIS Africa Program
As part of a new video series, CSIS Africa will deliver weekly analysis to update our online audience on key developments across sub-Saharan Africa. We will feature the insights of our staff and affiliates, as well as U.S. and African thought leaders.
Here's program director Judd Devermont on the politics surrounding #COVID-19
Genevieve Nnaji's Lionheart at CSIS
Genevieve Nnaji's Lionheart, the first Netflix original film produced in Nigeria, was disqualified from the Oscars. In light of this, what can African governments and the international community do to support and invest in the continent’s growing creative sector? http://bit.ly/CSISLionheart
Into Africa: City of Immigrants
Fresh off the editing suite - a new Into Africa episode! Host Judd Devermont is joined by Abdi Nor Iftin (Author), Erol Yayboke (CSIS), and Beza Tesfaye (Mercy Corps) to discuss Abdi’s book "Call Me American: A Memoir," South Sudan’s fragile peace deal, plus the threat of Al Shabaab in Somalia. bit.ly/InAfrPodcast4
Into Africa | A Love-Hate Relationship With African Print
New episode alert! African prints are wrapped up in issues around gender, tradition, and commerce. How do these dynamics affect their starring role in the creative economy? In this latest Into Africa episode with African Arguments, host Judd Devermont discusses this and more with Aubrey Hruby (Atlantic Council of US); Topaz Mukulu (@CSIS Africa Program); and Idza Luhumyo (writer). bit.ly/InAfrPodcast2
CSIS | What's Happening in Ethiopia
Program Director Judd Devermont examines Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's ambitious reform agenda and the response to his recent Nobel Peace Prize award. Watch more: http://bit.ly/CSISEthiopia
Bobi Wine joins the Into Africa podcast to chat with host Judd Devermont, journalist Damola Durosomo, and analyst Lauren Blanchard
Program Director Judd Devermont sat down with CSIS’ "The Truth of the Matter" hosts Bob Schieffer and Andrew Schwartz to break down the Russia-Africa summit and what it means for U.S. policy in the region. Listen to the episode: http://bit.ly/RussiaIntoAfrica