5 ways the U.S. supports literacy around the world
Find out how the U.S. is helping to build a literate world where everyone has an equal chance to succeed in life and work.
U.S., India share farming innovations with Africa and Asia
The U.S. and India are training farmers and agricultural professionals in Africa and Asia in new farming practices that improve food security in their countries.
Energy project links Central to South Asia with more than electricity
Two countries in Central Asia have electricity to spare, while two neighbors need more power. Learn how all four countries are cooperating on CASA-1000 to solve both problems.
Pacific Angel builds health and hope in Sri Lanka
Find out how U.S. and Sri Lankan military and other officials teamed up in August on a humanitarian and disaster readiness operation.
Fighting not just hunger but malnutrition
One in 9 people suffers hunger, but hundreds of millions more face malnutrition. For children, the consequences can be devastating. The 2018 World Food Prize honors two nutrition champions.
Mining diamonds in Africa while supporting the community
In Côte d’Ivoire, a growing number of artisanal mining operations use techniques that help them find more diamonds while protecting the environment.
The ‘Wakanda Generation’ unites for Africa
Learn about a new effort to enable young African leaders to join forces with the African-American diaspora to advance development in Africa.
Africa’s future leaders head home
Young leaders from sub-Saharan Africa’s 49 countries are returning home with clearer visions, revived purpose, and stronger networks after a summer as Mandela Washington Fellows.
Greenhouses of hope
Learn how an Albanian farmer got a second chance after the fall of communism through a USAID grant that helped him and other farmers increase production.