USAID

Zambia
Controversy and confusion over health agreement with Washington

The clumsy statement made by a Zambian government official has reignited tensions in discussions regarding American support for the health system, at a time when relations between the two countries have deteriorated.

Ghana
Accra and Washington's health deal in limbo

While Donald Trump's administration is working towards new health agreements on the continent, Ghana is currently reluctant to accept the US administration's offer.

The New Guard
DRC, Morocco, Kenya

Every Wednesday, Africa Intelligence spotlights a new generation of movers and shakers in business and politics.

DRCJunior Kakese Ekwaki, distinguished diplomat in the First Lady's office

MoroccoAli Benyahia, a well-connected engineer from Rabat to Paris

KenyaMercy Mukulu Mwende, key start-up mentor

Zambia
Lusaka stands up to Washington in health deal negotiations

The government has stated that it will not sign a health agreement if it is conditional on a second trade-off involving critical minerals.

Tanzania
The crucial deal Dodoma hopes to strike with Trump to fund healthcare

Following Kenya in December, Tanzania is seeking to secure a bilateral agreement with the United States as part of the America First strategy promoted by the US President. Talks could also depend on progress in mining contracts.

The New Guard
Madagascar, Morocco, Cameroon

Every Wednesday, Africa Intelligence spotlights a new generation of movers and shakers in business and politics.

MadagascarAntoine Rajerison, the MP who would be president

MoroccoMahassine el Amrani Omari, speaking out for better education for all

CameroonPatrick Ebongue, building bridges between French and African music talent

Africa
Latest comings and goings at top of African Development Bank

Mamo Mihretu is expected to replace Beth Dunford as vice president at the AfDB, while Sidi Ould Tah has received approval from the board of directors for the appointment of his chief of staff.

Africa
UN high commissioner for refugees on brief visit to Washington

Filippo Grandi is extremely concerned about the situation in Sudan. He was able to share his feelings with the head of the US Bureau of African Affairs in May.

Tunisia
USAID: Development programmes interrupted by Donald Trump

The cessation of the US development agency's activities in the country signals the end for many support programs for the Tunisian government and businesses.