U.S.-Africa Strategic Investment Program

Bureau of African Affairs · DFOP0019410 · Deadline: May 31, 2027 · Advertised ceiling: $50M

Program-level history — this opportunity doesn't publish per-opportunity awards, so these numbers describe its parent program (CFDA 19.989, State/African Regional - Other Economic Support Funds (ESF) Projects/Programs), not this competition alone. Labeled that way on purpose.

Program volume ~7 awards/yr

30 unique recipients in the sample; 2 repeat winners.

Actual award size (program) $154k median

range $23k – $4.9M

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Applicants here typically receive far less than the advertised ceiling: the program median is $154k against a $50M ceiling (0%). Budgets far above the median need a story; budgets far below leave money on the table.

Listing summary

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 hig…

Eligibility: Public and State institutions of higher education, Nonprofits with 501(c)(3), other than higher education, Nonprofits without 501(c)(3), Private institutions of higher education, For-profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses, Others · Categories: Business and Commerce · official listing ↗

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