Deborah Brautigam

About the Author

Deborah Brautigam is a renowned scholar and author specializing in China's economic engagement with Africa, drawing on decades of fieldwork and policy analysis to illuminate the complexities of global development. As a professor of international development and director of the International Development Program at Johns Hopkins University, she challenges Western misconceptions about Chinese investments on the continent, emphasizing mutual benefits and sustainable partnerships. Her research, grounded in extensive interviews and data from African nations, has influenced policymakers and academics worldwide. Brautigam's accessible yet rigorous writing bridges scholarly depth with real-world relevance, making intricate geopolitical dynamics understandable to a broad audience. In her acclaimed book 'Will Africa Feed China?', she explores the agricultural dimensions of Sino-African relations, debunking fears of land grabs while highlighting opportunities for food security.