African Studies Subject Guide — US Government & IGOs

The World Bank maintains a site that focus on all African countries economic news, reports and data. Visit this site to learn more about specific countries or to learn World Bank polices and activities in Africa.

is an organization of 189 countries, working to foster global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty around the world. You can visit their site to learn more about their policies and activities in Africa (by country). The site offers reports, news, and statistical data.

The African Union is a Pan-African organization with the mission to "achieve greater unity and solidarity between the African countries and the peoples of Africa." This organization promote economic, political and social policies across the continent. Visit the site to find news, press releases, reports, and founding documents of this organization.