Ottawa, ON – Cooperation Canada welcomes the release of Canada’s Africa Strategy: A Partnership for Shared Prosperity and Security, a long-awaited framework for strengthening Canada’s engagement with the African continent. The Strategy outlines key commitments, from enhancing diplomatic and economic cooperation to supporting development, climate adaptation, peace and human rights. This represents a positive step forward in Canada’s relationship with Africa.
However, for the Strategy to succeed, it must go beyond words and translate into concrete actions.
“Canada’s Africa Strategy is a good step towards clearer and more strategic engagement with the fastest-growing region in the world,” said Kate Higgins, CEO of Cooperation Canada. “While this Strategy signals an important shift, Canada must ensure that it is backed by clear investments, measurable goals and sustained diplomatic, economic and international assistance efforts.”
“In an uncertain geopolitical context, where others are retreating, it is in Canada’s interest to remain globally engaged. Canada cannot afford to stand on the sidelines while others forge stronger partnerships with Africa,” said Kate Higgins. “Cooperation Canada is committed to working with our members and partners – in Canada and in Africa – to foster an action-oriented Canada-Africa relationship that strengthens international cooperation and helps to shape a safer, fairer and more prosperous world.”
Notes to editors
- In recent years, Cooperation Canada and its members have actively engaged in consultations and dialogues with Global Affairs Canada, parliamentary committees, parliamentarians and others on Canada’s engagement with Africa.
- Recommendations were shared with Parliament and Global Affairs Canada in 2024.
- Cooperation Canada is the national voice for Canadian international development and humanitarian organizations. Representing over 100 organizations, we convene, coordinate and advocate for effective, inclusive, and accountable international cooperation that contributes to a fairer, safer and more sustainable world.
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