Africa Program
The U.S.-Africa Business Center is a leader of the U.S. private sector’s commitment to Africa, with the goal of advancing policies that attract greater investment and support trade with our partners throughout the continent.
Since 2009, the U.S.-Africa Business Center (USAfBC) has been the preeminent voice advocating for increased trade between the U.S. and Africa, with a focus on leading the U.S. business community into deeper engagement with Africa’s regional economic communities, the established African private sector, and small and medium enterprises from Africa and the U.S. Its relationships with key members of Congress, the administration, and foreign governments open doors for strategic dialogues that advance private sector involvement in Africa.
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Leadership and Staff
Kendra GaitherPresident, U.S.-Africa Business Center
Dr. Guevera YaoVice President, U.S.-Africa Business Center
Ellington ArnoldManager, U.S.-Africa Business Center, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Dana L. BanksSenior Advisor, U.S.-Africa Business Center
U.S.-South Africa Business Council
The U.S.-South Africa Business Council represents U.S. companies from virtually every sector participating in or looking to interact with the Southern African market, aiming to energize both governments and serving as a platform for companies to form lasting partnerships.
Latest Content
- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s 2022 Digital Innovation Competition is nearing its exciting conclusion, with the top three finalists to be honored at the U.S. Department of State on December 12. Learn about how this competition empowers a generation of founders and innovators across Africa.





