This piece explores Canada’s renewed engagement with Africa, focusing on its potential to reshape diplomatic and economic ties between the two regions. It looks at Canada’s ambitious strategy, which emphasizes co-development, collaboration, and inclusivity, and asks whether it has clear, actionable steps or if it’s just a broad statement without measurable goals or accountability. The analysis highlights both the strengths and weaknesses of this approach, specifically in the areas of AI, health, and innovation, aiming to provide insights for policymakers, scholars, and the public on how practical and effective Canada’s new partnership model with Africa might be.