Ivan Krastev

The European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) is a UK-based think-tank founded in 2007 by Mark Leonard. The British company conducts independent research on European foreign and security policy, with a focus on analyzing the geopolitics of the relationship between the European Union and other countries. ECFR's Africa Programme specifically examines foreign policy tools and strategies related to the continent.

The International Crisis Group (United States) is a non-profit organization that aims to prevent and resolve deadly conflicts around the world. The non-profit company is based in Washington and was founded in 1995 by Morton I. Abramowitz. The organization conducts research, provides analysis, and advocates for policies that promote peace and stability in areas of conflict. The American company works with governments, international organizations, and local communities to find sustainable solutions to crises and prevent the escalation of violence. Robert Malley has been the CEO of the company since 2018.