War in Sudan is being fuelled by a web of external actors. "This is one conflict where it is hard to blame the west for pulling the strings. If anything, it is guilty of paying too little attention." ft.com/content/92b07d… via @ft

Thinking about applying for the CSIS Africa Program’s Africa Policy Accelerator? Learn more and apply here: csis.org/programs/afric…

“Both Iran and Russia, what they see in Africa is an opportunity to break their diplomatic isolation,” says CSIS Senior Fellow, Cameron Hudson Cameron Hudson, in this article discussing Moscow and Tehran’s growing relationship with the continent. Read More: rferl.org/a/iran-russia-…

The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation #FOCAC summit is only a month away. CSIS Senior Associate Hannah Ryder Hannah Ryder (芮 婉 洁) provides some insights on what to expect this year. Read more: chinaglobalsouth.com/podcasts/insig…

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing crisis in Sub-Saharan Africa, with 23.7 deaths per 100,000 people, a figure that surpasses the combined mortality rate of several endemic diseases. This urgent health threat demands immediate global action. #AMRLandmarkReport

CSIS Senior Fellow Cameron Hudson Cameron Hudson, spoke with NPR about the upcoming US-led #Sudan peace talks taking place in Geneva and what to expect. Listen here: npr.org/2024/08/14/nx-…

CSIS Senior Fellow Cameron Hudson Cameron Hudson, tells Radio Dabanga “At the end of the day, #SAF is the constitutional authority in the country whether we like it or not,” explaining how their participation in the Geneva peace talks is crucial. Read here: bit.ly/3yIztSi

As the WHO announces a global #Mpox emergency, the virus has already killed 548 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In the midst of catastrophic humanitarian crisis, cases soar in the North Kivu region. DW News bit.ly/3YJMJ3x

📢Today is the deadline to apply for the Africa Policy Accelerator. Make sure to submit your application by 11:59pm EST to be a part of this amazing opportunity for young people interested in U.S.-Africa policy.

CSIS Senior Associate, Yemi Adamolekun, spoke with ARISE NEWS about inflation rates, protests and all the recent updates on #Nigeria. Listen here: youtube.com/watch?v=L7TybJ…

📢 New #CSISCommentary out now. In this piece, visiting Mandela Washington Fellow, Awa Gai Awa Gai, and CSIS Africa Program Intern, Fadima Tall, discuss the next steps for The Gambia in its fight against Female Genital Mutilation #FGM. Read here: csis.org/analysis/prese…

📢New #IntoAfrica episode out now. In this episode, Rethinking U.S. - Africa Strategy, The House of Kongo speaks with Judd Devermont about the U.S.’s approach to Africa and the role of America in a multipolar world. Listen here: csis.org/podcasts/afric…

It was an honor to return to the “Into Africa” podcast and talk with ⁦The House of Kongo⁩ ⁦CSIS Africa Program⁩. We discussed U.S. strategy, the future of U.S.-Africa relations, and why durable solutions start with disagreements. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/int…

“It is imperative that The Gambia’s transition from an oppressive regime to democracy continues to include the pursuit of justice for women who have experienced SGBV” Read Mandela Washington Fellow Awa Gai’s Awa Gai new commentary here: bit.ly/4dALtUZ

In an interview with Al Jazeera, CSIS Senior Fellow Cameron Hudson Cameron Hudson called for increased pressure on the #SAF to join peace talks. “The last thing that they’re interested in is respecting agreements that they don’t see themselves as parties to.” bit.ly/4g0quMZ

“As African Countries sour on French, British or American involvement… they have new opportunities and partners with these middle power countries” says CSIS Senior Fellow Cameron Hudson quoted by Financial Times in an article on Turkey’s rising influence in Africa. Read: on.ft.com/47a5UWl

“Civilians that are assisting the military are seen as collaborators. This has made them targets of attacks,” says CSIS Senior Associate Ryan Cummings Ryan Cummings in response to the recent #JNIM attack in Burkina Faso that killed nearly 300. Read: reut.rs/3ANVM9L

As countries develop their digital ecosystems, digital public infrastructure in India, Ukraine, Brazil, and Zambia can give both citizens and governments a better understanding of DPI's impacts. Read more from CSIS Project on Prosperity and Development: csis.org/analysis/appro…

Today marks the first day of #FOCAC2024. CSIS Senior Associate Hannah Ryder Hannah Ryder (芮 婉 洁) discusses China-Africa partnerships in this interview ahead of the summit. Read here: en.people.cn/n3/2024/0902/c…

📢NEW #IntoAfrica Episode: Fostering Transformative Leadership: The Mandela Washington Fellowship MandelaWshFellowship Three distinguished alumni share their experiences from the fellowship with Mvemba, discussing its impact on their professional development. bit.ly/3ASMEAQ