Geopolitics
Africa in the post-2025 global realignment
March 202612 min reading
- Canada–Africa Think Tank
Reflections on Contemporary Africa,
build bridges with Canada.
The Institute for the Study of Contemporary Dynamics of the State and Societies in Africa combines research, culture and international cooperation to give a voice to an influential, creative and sovereign Africa.
Flagship projects
Two projects, one continental vision
Ambitious initiatives that bring together remembrance, research and international cooperation.
Policy notes
The African Analysis Journal
Short, rigorous essays written by our researchers and visiting researchers.
Economy
Monetary sovereignty: rethinking Africa’s financial architectures
February 20269 min reading
Culture
Heritage restitution: a new chapter begins
January 20267 min reading
Our activities
Six programmatic pillars
An institutional framework designed to deliver impact, rigour and international influence.
Search & strategic analysis
Research and policy briefs on contemporary African dynamics.
Culture & diffusion artistique
Mise en lumière des créations africaines à travers festivals, éditions et résidences.
Inclusion & social cohesion
Initiatives in support of diasporas, young people and pluralistic societies.
Africa–Canada Cooperation
To build institutional, economic and academic bridges between the two continents.
Leadership & social innovation
Supporting emerging leaders who are transforming their local areas.
Environment & transition
Envisioning a just and sustainable transition rooted in African realities.
Festival
The Africa Festival : a continental event
Music, film, literature, critical thought. Each edition brings together the most vibrant voices from Africa and its diasporas for an open, sensitive and thought-provoking dialogue.
News
What drives the institute
Official launch of the Festival of Africa — 2026 edition
IDÉES-AFRIQUE signs a partnership agreement with the University of Montreal
Publication of the REMCA report on student mobility
Round-table discussion in Ottawa: 50 years after the 1976 boycott
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