Africa Matters

Introduction: Africa Matters, Period

– Oge Onubogu

The Director of the Wilson Center’s Africa Program on this critical moment.

Bolstering Africa's Trading Power

– H.E. Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Oge Onubogu

In this timely interview we hear directly from the head of the World Trade Organization about Africa’s growing trade across the continent, and around the world.

Investing in Accessible Infrastructure in Africa

– Enoh T. Ebong

American technology and African ingenuity combine to create creative pathways for economic growth.

Interactive: Africa Matters

– Cheri Ayers and Juliet Lancey

Test your knowledge about the continent with our interactive quiz.

Africa Is Ready For Its Next Narrative

– Akunna Cook

Smart policies and investments can help reimagine a more prosperous and inclusive creative network in Africa—and beyond.

Africa Should Not be Underestimated

– Dr. Mo Ibrahim, PhD and Oge Onubogu

With global governing and financial institutions established more than two decades ago, it’s time for the global system to modernize—and for Africa’s voice to be heard.

Creating Change Across Africa

– Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili, PhD

Unleashing the power of citizen-led, values-based governance.

Building the Foundations of Democracy in Sudan

– Hatoon Elfaki

One member of the Sudanese Resistance Committees tells her story of defiance, risk, and triumph.

Talking Tech With Google

– Ambassador Mark A. Green and Pren-Tsilya Boa-Guehe

We hear from Google's head of Pan-African institutions, government affairs, and public policy about Africa’s burgeoning technology landscape, and why she is so optimistic about the continent’s future.

Culture in Motion

– Amarachi Nwosu

Exploring Africa’s creative economy through words and images.

The World is Dancing to Africa's Tune

– Chiamaka Okike

Opportunities abound with the global growth of Afrobeats.

Hostile Governance Trends in Africa Once Again

– E. Gyimah-Boadi

While recent coups are cause for concern, autocratic governance is not inevitable—nor is it irreversible.

Supporting Somalia's Revival

– Ambassador Larry E. André Jr. (Ret.)

Given their shared interests, US military, development, humanitarian, and diplomatic support of Somalia serves both country's goals—and helps to stabilize the Horn of Africa.

Africa's Climate Crisis

– Clément Gibon

Unveiling challenges, seizing opportunities, and embracing technology to provide climate leadership for the continent—and the world.

Africa’s New Narrative, Told Through Its Ancient Grains and Spices

– V. Sheree Williams

African entrepreneurship is driving creativity and innovation, in and out of the kitchen.

Finding My Power Among the Diaspora

– Dr. Sherri L. McFarland, PhD

Considered the continent’s sixth region, the diaspora has significant influence on US foreign policy—and sustainable development in Africa.

The Africa I Know

– Mark Suzman

Born and raised in South Africa, the CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation shares his impressions about the continent.