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U.S.-Africa Strategic Investment Program

From	Bureau of African Affairs
Who can apply	public colleges and universities, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, other nonprofits (non-501(c)(3)), private colleges, for-profit companies (not small businesses), small businesses and 1 more types
Eligibility notes	Public International Organizations are also eligible to apply. See APS for full eligibility criteria.
How much	$5 million to $50 million per award; about 10 awards; $500 million total
Deadline	Mon, May 31, 2027 (220 days left)
Category	Business and Commerce
Type	Cooperative agreement
Opportunity #	DFOP0019410
Assistance listing	19.989
Posted	Wed, Aug 19, 2026

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The U.S.-Africa Strategic Investment Program advances America's national interests by harnessing market-based, private sector-led growth across two strategic focus areas: Critical Minerals Investment and Commercial Diplomacy Acceleration. This program seeks market-based solutions that strengthen the environment for foreign investment in sub-Saharan Africa through transparent and competitive processes, creating sustainable economic growth in two strategic focus areas. Projects must demonstrate clear, measurable benefits to one or more sub-Saharan countries, such as increased investment from high-quality U.S. and U.S.-aligned companies. Applicants are also encouraged to identify how their projects create conditions that enable U.S. commercial participation.

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