Connecting people, advancing development
We foster international cooperation by bringing together governments, businesses, and leaders to drive investment, innovation, and sustainable development
About us
The Brazil Africa Institute (IBRAF) is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening cooperation between Brazil, Africa, and partners around the world.
Through high-level dialogue, technical cooperation, knowledge production, and capacity-building initiatives, we bring together governments, the private sector, academia, international organizations, and civil society to address shared development challenges and create opportunities for inclusive growth.
Guided by the principles of South-South and Triangular Cooperation, we work to empower the Global South by fostering meaningful partnerships and delivering long-lasting impact where it is needed most.
What we do
Follow initiatives, partnerships, and projects that strengthen cooperation between Brazil and Africa.
Capacity Building & Knowledge Exchange
We design and implement technical training programs and knowledge exchange initiatives that equip participants with the skills and practical experience needed to drive innovation, transform local contexts, and advance sustainable development across the Global South.
Strategic Events & Global Dialogue
We convene high-level forums, conferences, and strategic dialogues that create opportunities for networking, institutional collaboration, business engagement, and the development of joint initiatives among stakeholders in Brazil, Africa, and beyond.
Research & Publications
We produce research, policy papers, books, and other publications that inform global debates and address pressing contemporary challenges. Our work is developed both independently and in partnership with leading institutions, fostering knowledge exchange and evidence-based solutions with global relevance.
News
2026 Elections: IBRAF Maps Presidential Candidates’ Proposals on Africa and Brazilian Foreign Policy
The Brazil Africa Institute (IBRAF) conducted a survey of proposals related to the African continent and Brazilian foreign policy put forward by candidates running for the Presidency of the Republic in the 2026 elections. The government platforms of all 13 presidential candidates were analyzed, with the aim of identifying how each candidacy addresses foreign policy […]
4 de September de 2026
Professor João Bosco Monte, founder and president of the Brazil Africa Institute (IBRAF), delivered a lecture during the Diplomatic Training Course held at the Rio Branco Institute (IRBr) in Brasília last August. The event was also attended by IRBr Director Ambassador Mitzi Gurgel Valente da Costa. In his presentation, Professor João Bosco discussed IBRAF’s work, […]
4 de September de 2026
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