The north consists of depraved and insane worshippers of the sand troll known as allah.
The south and central regions are infested with the twin scourges of tribalism and communism.
The best thing we Americans could do for Africa is to conquer it (starting with the regions richest in natural resources), and impose Western culture and values upon those living there now.
The diseases of islam, tribalism, and communism should also be eradicated from the continent.
Unless this occurs, Africa will continue to be the pimple on the ass of the world. Throwing money at the problem will do nothing except help corrupt politicians buy votes.
That was already tried before.