Africa’s Opportunity in the Trumpian Age of American Transactionalism

Amid Trump’s disruptive return, Africa isn’t just reacting—it’s recalibrating. The continent has the opportunity to turn Washington’s unpredictability into a strategic advantage.

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As the dust settles following Donald Trump’s return to the White House in January 2025, Africa finds itself navigating an increasingly convoluted and complex relationship with the United States. The early months of Trump’s second administration have already demonstrated significant policy shifts affecting the continent, from aid suspensions to multilateral withdrawals. Understanding these developments requires examination of the historical foundations of Africa–US relations, the legacies of previous administrations, and the emerging contours of Trump’s renewed approach to the continent... 

 

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