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U.S.-Africa Strategic Investment Program

Bureau of African Affairs Nonprofit eligible

Bureau of African Affairs is funding community projects through this opportunity, which is open to nonprofits and other eligible applicants, with applications due May 27, 2027. It provides awards up to $5M–$50M.

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Deadline
May 27, 2027
Award amount
Up to $5M–$50M
Expected awards
10
Posted
Aug 12, 2026
Opportunity number
DFOP0019410
CFDA
19.989

Opportunity description

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.

Who can apply

  • Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • For profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Small businesses
  • Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

Public international organizations are also eligible. See APS for full eligibility information.

Funding

Award floor
$5M
Award ceiling
$50M

Agency contact

Bureau of African Affairs

DFOP0019410

AF-A-Proposals@state.gov

How to apply

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