DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION IN AFRICA
The Australian Aid Program
The Australian Government's aid program aims to reduce poverty and contribute to sustainable economic growth in developing countries. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) manages the Australian aid program.
Australia's Development Assistance to Africa
Australia’s Development Assistance to Sub-Saharan Africa
Australia is committed to supporting African nations as partners for regional and global stability and a rules-based international system that delivers economic growth, security and human development. With strong people-to-people links, we have a vibrant and active African diaspora who are making a valuable contribution to our relations with the African continent. Australia’s development cooperation in Africa has helped build food security and resilience, strengthen government capacity in key sectors, empower vulnerable communities, and share knowledge in areas such as climate adaptation, renewable energy and mining governance.
We deliver humanitarian and development support through partnerships, including with Australian agencies, non-government organisations (NGOs), the United Nations, and other multilateral agencies. Australian education institutions are key partners in the delivery of training and skills development for governments, civil society and the private sector. We also provide support directly to community-level organisations through small grants.