Christopher Burke
Biography
Publications
Christopher Burke is a senior advisor at WMC Africa, a communications and advisory agency located in Kampala, Uganda. With nearly 30 years of experience, he has worked extensively on social, political and economic development issues focused on extractives, environmental issues, land governance, agriculture, community mobilisation, public health, advocacy, communications, conflict mediation and peace-building in Asia and Africa.
Landlocked Africa is an open opportunity for Australia
Rather than compete on aid volumes, Australia could leverage remote logistics expertise as quality partner for major projects.
Australia’s mineral diplomacy can connect Africa’s resources to Asia’s demand
Deeper engagement would help ensure Indo-Pacific partners are not hostage to China’s industrial dominance.
Blue bonds and mangrove protection: Small island nations lead in climate resilience
Localised approaches to environmental, social and governance standards prove more effective than global models.
Responsible mining and Australia’s leadership opportunity in Africa
Ensuring environmental, social and governance standards isn’t just good practice – it’s an advantage commercially and in foreign policy.
Aid discrepancies: Australia’s modest help to the Horn of Africa
The optics of such a small aid package against significant need could undermine Australia’s image as a significant player in international humanitarian assistance.
