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Navigating the intricate web of global affairs today requires more than just knowledge - it demands insight, experience, and a nuanced understanding of international dynamics. Over the years, I have witnessed firsthand how organizations and individuals can benefit immensely from tailored advisory services that address the complexities of diplomacy, strategic communications, and foreign policy. This is especially true when focusing on Africa, a continent rich in opportunity ye

In today’s interconnected world, staying informed about global affairs is more important than ever. Whether you work in government, international business, non-profits, or media, understanding the nuances of global politics, economics, and social issues can shape your decisions and strategies. Over the years, I have found that the best way to keep up with these complex topics is through insightful, well-researched blogs that offer fresh perspectives and deep analysis. So, let

Opinion: The Expiration of AGOA and the Dismantling of USAID: A Missed Opportunity for U.S. Foreign Policy in Africa Published in Devex by Alexanderia Haidara on November 12, 2025 The Current Landscape of U.S. Foreign Policy in Africa As I reflect on the current state of U.S. foreign policy in Africa, the expiration of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) stands out as a significant turning point. The Trump administration's actions, including the dismantling of USAID

Rising costs, stalled civil rights, and political pressure reshape how Black Americans experience the Iran war Featured in the Black Wall Street Times by Alexanderia Haidara Rep. Troy Carter, D-La., discusses Congressional Black Caucus priorities for the 119th Congress Dec. 4, 2024, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib) WASHINGTON — For Black Americans, the escalating Iran conflict is not a distant foreign policy debate—it is an economic and political burden

Featured in Semafor by Alexanderia Haidara Nelson Mandela and Jesse Jackson in 2005. Gianluigi Guercia/AFP via Getty Images. The passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson this month comes at an inflection point. Much of the modern US-Africa policy architecture he helped lay the foundations for is being methodically unraveled under US President Donald Trump’s second-term agenda. Start with the most jarring symbol: the shuttering of the United States Agency for International Development. F

As a Black American expat living in Nigeria, watching Ryan Coogler’s Sinners on the big screen was a proud and emotional moment. The film connected me with my family’s past while evoking the spiritual presence of my African ancestors. Sinners was also an opportunity for Black Hollywood directors to showcase Black stories and history on the global stage. Sinners starring Micheal B. Jordan and directed by Black Panther director Ryan Coogler, tells the story of two twin b