Research & Analysis

At Afrique Nouvelles 2063, we produce rigorous, policy-relevant research to advance Africa’s strategic interests on the world stage. Our methodologies combine local expertise with global best practices, delivering actionable solutions aligned with Agenda 2063.

Key Research Themes

1. Geopolitics & Multilateralism

Africa’s Voice in Global Governance

  • Sample Projects:

    • Reforming the UN Security Council: The Case for Permanent African Representation

    • BRICS+ Expansion: Risks and Opportunities for African Economies

  • Featured Publication:
    📄 2024 African Power Index (Ranking continental influence in G20/WTO)

2. Economic Sovereignty

From Aspiration to Implementation

  • Sample Projects:

    • *AfCFTA Year 5: Measuring Intra-African Trade Growth*

    • Debt Diplomacy? Mapping Chinese Infrastructure Investments in Africa

  • Data Tools:
    🖥️ Interactive AfCFTA Progress Dashboard

3. Security & Stability

African Solutions to African Challenges

4. Climate & Just Transition

Sustainable Growth for the Next Generation

  • Sample Projects:

    • COP30 Preview: Unified African Negotiating Positions

    • Critical Minerals Boom: Avoiding the Resource Curse

Our Research Approach

Methodological Pillars

  1. Field-Based Evidence

    • 80% of studies include primary data from African stakeholders.

  2. Foresight Frameworks

    • Scenario planning led by our Futures & Foresight Unit.

  3. Peer Review

    • All reports undergo double-blind review by African Research Council-certified experts.

Signature Products

Publication Type Frequency Example
Policy Briefs Weekly How Senegal’s Gas Finds Could Reshape West Africa
Strategic Reports Quarterly The AI Divide: Africa’s Position in the Tech Cold War
Data Bulletins Monthly AfDB Infrastructure Funding Tracker

Featured Research

🔍 Spotlight: “The Youthquake Agenda” (2024)

  • Key Finding: 60% of African policymakers ignore youth-led innovation in economic planning.

  • Impact: Adopted by AU Youth Division for continental strategy.

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🗃️ Research Archive

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Partnerships & Peer Networks

We collaborate with:

  • Academic: University of Pretoria SARChI Chair

  • Policy: African Union’s Continental Strategy Group

  • Media: Africa Check for fact-based analysis

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For Researchers

Call for Proposals

  • Open Grants: Up to $50,000 for African-led teams studying:

    • ✨ African Union institutional effectiveness

    • ✨ Diaspora investment mechanisms

  • Deadline: 15 October 2025

Fellowship Program

  • 12-month residencies for early-career scholars

  • Mentorship from senior fellows like Dr. Nkiru Balonwu

Apply now →