Supporting Implementation of the REIF in the Great Lakes Region of Africa
🏛 Bureau of African Affairs
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Can you apply?
This grant is for U.S. organizations advancing private sector-led economic growth and critical minerals investment in the Great Lakes Region of Africa (Burundi, DRC, Rwanda, and Uganda). Eligible applicants typically include nonprofit organizations, research institutions, and private sector entities with technical expertise in mining governance, regulatory reform, or economic development. The grant supports targeted technical and advisory assistance to host nation institutions and mining industry stakeholders. Geographic focus is strictly limited to the four designated countries; U.S.-based organizations must work through partnerships with local institutions.
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Program 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.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative/Statement of Work
- Budget and Budget Justification
- Organizational capacity/experience documentation
- Letters of commitment from partner institutions in target countries
- Conflict of interest and compliance certifications
Program contact
- 👤 Bureau of African Affairs
- 📧 AF-A-Proposals@state.gov
- 📞 202-890-9795
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 19.989 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$4,937,262
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$2,170,300
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$1,249,997
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$1,183,800
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$986,500
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$986,500
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$943,063
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$837,651
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$494,950
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$493,227
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 19.989). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $28,564,288 | |
| 2025 | $1,249,997 | |
| 2026 est. | $65,700,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
U.S. nonprofits, research institutions, and firms with expertise in mining governance and economic development. You must have capacity to deliver technical assistance in Africa.
What is the funding amount?
$14,490,000 is available. This is a single fixed award, not a competitive pool.
What geographic areas does this cover?
Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda only. All activities must focus on the Great Lakes Region.
What types of activities are supported?
Technical assistance on governance, regulatory reform, rule of law compliance, and critical minerals investment. Activities target mining industry institutions and officials.
Is cost sharing required?
No. Full federal funding is available with no matching requirement.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Demonstrate prior experience working in at least one target country and with mining or extractive industries governance.
- Clearly connect your activities to U.S. national interests in market-based growth and countering corruption.
- Build partnerships with local mining industry associations or government agencies in the four countries.
- Show how your technical assistance will improve regulatory frameworks and attract legitimate business investment.
- Address rule-of-law compliance throughout your proposal and explain how you'll measure governance improvements.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak or absent track record in target countries or mining sector. Unclear connection between proposed activities and U.S. economic or strategic interests. Generic governance proposals without specific focus on critical minerals or private sector competitiveness.
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