The Africa Funding Landscape: A Profile of Funders Focused on Africa and Perspectives on the Field provides a snapshot of the current interests of Africa funders.
The Africa Grantmakers’ Affinity Group (AGAG) is a network of funding organizations supporting activities targeting Africa and its people. AGAG offers new and experienced funders opportunities to build strong professional relationships and deepen their understanding of current trends to help make strategic funding decisions. Leading up to the AGAG 20th Anniversary Conference in Johannesburg, South Africa from May 12-14, 2020, this survey was conducted to gain a better understanding of current funding interests, the survey captures a snapshot of trends in the field.
This report examines Africa funders’ grantmaking priorities, how their organizations structure their funding focused on Africa, the role of collaboration in their funding, potential impediments to achieving their goals, and the overall outlook for funding. Findings are based on the responses to a 2018-2019 survey of Africa funders primarily based in North America, as well as in Africa and other regions.