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.
U.S.-Africa Strategic Investment Program
Bureau of African Affairs · Opportunity number DFOP0019410
Details summarized from the official notice as of Oct 16, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.
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Key facts
| Opportunity number | DFOP0019410 |
|---|---|
| Agency | Bureau of African Affairs Department of State |
| Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA) | 19.989 |
| Posted | Aug 19, 2026 |
| Deadline | May 31, 2027 |
| Award ceiling | $50,000,000 |
| Award floor | $5,000,000 |
| Expected number of awards | 10 |
| Estimated total program funding | $500,000,000 |
| Cost sharing or matching required | No |
| Funding type | Cooperative agreement |
| Category | Business and commerce |
| Last updated here | Oct 16, 2026 |
Summary from the notice
Who can apply
The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:
- Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)
- Private colleges and universities
- Public and state colleges and universities
- Small businesses
- For-profit organizations other than small businesses
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
- Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
Who should take a closer look
- Small businesses
- Nonprofits
- Colleges and universities
- Larger for-profit companies
Not listed as eligible
- State governments
- Local governments
- Tribal governments and organizations
- Individuals
Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.
Eligibility details from the notice
Public International Organizations are also eligible to apply. See APS for full eligibility criteria.
Registrations you will likely need
Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.
- SAM.gov registration for your organization, which also gives you a Unique Entity ID (UEI). Registration is free.
- A Login.gov account, which Grants.gov uses for sign-in.
- A Grants.gov applicant registration linked to your organization's UEI.
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