About Us
Unlocking Africa’s Potential: Bridging the Information Gap
Our Story
Continental Strategic & Security Research Africa (CSSR-A) is a not-for-profit Think Tank founded in 2023 with the core mandate and dedication to provide timely and accurate insights on Africa. We believe in the power of data-driven decision-making in unlocking Africa’s untapped potential. We help our audience and key stakeholders navigate Africa’s complexities, including political instability, real and perceived developmental opportunities and constraints, and logistical challenges in Africa. We are united in a common front to bridge the information gap in Africa, empower the public and key stakeholders with localised research output and analysis and eventually challenge negative perceptions on Africa with evidence-based information.
Our Goal
Mission
To deliver top-notch, localised and impactful research and intelligence on Africa to all interested in the developmental trajectory of the motherland, thus allowing them to make the most informed and accurate decisions at all times.
Vision
To be a world leader in Africa-centred insights, offering our audience and clients authentic, live, timely and accurate data, information and intelligence on Africa.
Our Approach: The Continental Way
We employ a nuanced, pragmatic, innovative, and collaborative approach to research, analysis and publishing. We embody;
Our team comprises compassionate, experienced, passionate, and diverse researchers, analysts and practitioners, bringing a wealth of backgrounds and perspectives to our work. Our team of knowledgeable researchers and analysts possess an in-depth understanding of the African continent, ensuring accurate and insightful analysis.
Area of Expertise
Join us on an empowering journey as we passionately deliver groundbreaking insights on Africa. With an unwavering commitment to high-quality, high-impact and context-driven research, we illuminate key opportunities while also confronting some of Africa’s most pronounced challenges head-on. Through top-tier and beyond state-of-the-art research, data analysis, publishing, public dialogue engagements, and strategic advisory support, we seek to cause a ripple effect that would eventually forment a brighter, prosperous and sustainable future for Africa and the African People.
Thematic Focus Areas
In an attempt to fully unveil Africa’s Story, CSSR-A delves beyond the headlines, effectively exploring the intricate mosaic of Africa through five key thematic areas
