The BRIDGE Africa Act directs the Secretary of State, working with the Departments of Defense and Treasury, to develop a comprehensive strategy for increasing U.S. investment and support for technology and entrepreneurship across Africa within one year of enactment. The strategy must address how to support African businesses and entrepreneurs in advanced technology and artificial intelligence, identify barriers to investment and growth, and assess how these investments can strengthen regional security and combat terrorism. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of State to convene an international summit in Africa within one year, bringing together U.S. allies and partners, government officials, entrepreneurs, and experts to coordinate on implementing the strategy and exploring investment opportunities. The Secretary must then report to Congress within 180 days of the summit's conclusion on its outcomes and recommendations for future action. While the bill authorizes "such sums as may be necessary," it does not specify a particular budget amount.
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