Money & Breakfast Episode 2 - Melvin Foote: A lifetime laser-focused on Africa

In this conversation, I sit down with Melvin Foote, a veteran advocate and leading expert on U.S.-Africa relations with over 4 decades of experience shaping policy, as well as the founder of The Constituency for Africa, a non-profit organization dedicated building coalitions, creating economic networks, and bridging the diaspora with the continent. We dive into the current state of U.S. engagement with Africa under shifting administrations, the legacy of AGOA and why Africa has struggled to maintain consistent political momentum in Washington, the role of diaspora communities and youth in shaping the narrative of Africa’s future, and emerging opportunities and challenges in different economic sectors Whether you're interested in global affairs, African policy, or the intersections of advocacy and power, this episode offers unfiltered perspectives from someone who's been in the rooms where decisions are made. Tune in for a deep, candid look at the past, present, and future of U.S.-Africa ties, and what it means for the next generation.