Supporting Implementation of the REIF in the Great Lakes Region of Africa
Agency: Bureau of African Affairs
Assistance Listings: 19.989 -- State/African Regional - Other Economic Support Funds (ESF) Projects/Programs
Description
The "Supporting Implementation of the Regional Economic Integration Framework (REIF) in the Great Lakes Region of Africa” project advances America's national interests by harnessing market-based, private sector-led growth in the area of Critical Minerals Investment in Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and Uganda. This program aims to improve governance and regulation to attract American business and counter corrupt and unfair practices that hamper economic growth in the region, disadvantage the competitive process, and handicap companies that adhere to rule of law. The project will accomplish these objectives by providing targeted technical and advisory support to relevant host nation institutions and individuals involved in the mining industries within the DRC, Rwanda, Burundi, and Uganda.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Education
- Public and state institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
Nonprofit
- Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)
- Nonprofits non-higher education without 501(c)(3)
Business
- For-profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
AF-A-Proposals@state.gov
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Support_to_the_REIF_NOFO_20260810_v1_Final.pdf | NOFO | Aug 10, 2026 11:10 PM UTC |
| Budget_Template_FY26_with_MTDC_Calculation_Final.xlsx | Sample budget template | Aug 10, 2026 11:10 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Closing: September 9, 2026
Award
$14,490,000
Program Funding
1
Expected awards
$14,490,000
Award Minimum
$14,490,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
DFOP0019574
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Business and commerce
Category Explanation:
History
Version:
2
Posted date:
August 10, 2026
Archive date:
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