Expansion of Digital Infrastructure in Africa: From Subsea Systems to Terrestrial Networks and the Strategic Role of the United States
1. Structural Shift from Coastal Connectivity to Continental Systems In recent years, global technology firms such as Meta and Google have undertaken large-scale investments in subsea cable infrastructure surrounding Africa, most prominently through the Africa Cable System and the Equiano Cable. These projects were designed to address a long-standing constraint in Africa’s digital development by […]
Peace and Security in Africa Under Trump 2.0: A Transactional Approach to Stability
As President Donald Trump returns to office in 2025, his administration is reshaping U.S. foreign policy with a renewed emphasis on strategic interests and transactional diplomacy. Nowhere is this shift more evident than in East Africa and the Sahel, where peace and security efforts are being recalibrated to reflect a “something for something” doctrine—one that […]
Climate Resilience Begins with Community Action
The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat—it is a reality shaping our lives today. From rising sea levels to extreme weather events, communities around the world are grappling with unprecedented challenges. Yet amid these uncertainties lies a powerful truth: resilience begins at the community level. At TerraEquity Institute, we believe climate action must […]
Building Peace Through Dialogue and Cooperation
Peace is more than the absence of conflict—it is the presence of justice, security, and trust among communities. Across Africa and beyond, divisions rooted in inequality, resource scarcity, and political instability continue to fuel unrest. But we believe there is a path forward: peace through dialogue and collaboration. At TerraEquity Institute, we invest in initiatives […]