Belinda Archibong, Aloysius Uche Ordu, Danielle Resnick, Witney Schneidman, and Landry Signé, Brookings:
For years, U.S. engagement in Africa has emphasized poverty reduction, foreign aid, and addressing conflict and insecurity. While critically important, these priorities have not fully kept pace with dramatic changes occurring across the region, as Africa today has emerged as one of the world’s premier destinations for cutting-edge innovation and inspiring entrepreneurship.
Why Africa matters to the United States: Top 5 reasons (brookings.edu)