The challenge isn’t just defending Africa’s interests but managing a G20 in which one of its most powerful members is actively disengaged.
In response to a new wave of American insularity, European policymakers should pursue rapprochement with Africa.
The cracks in US-SA bilateral ties are more than apparent, but not all is gloom and doom.
Which of the two countries is better placed to champion Africa’s developmental aspirations?
AGOA expires in 2025, and Washington’s political climate suggests a ‘business-as-usual’ approach is unlikely to suffice.
In a new era of political activism and change, Africa’s youth are no longer content to sit on the sidelines.
African winners will be those countries that pragmatically play to Trump’s ego and self-proclaimed dealmaker status.
Africa could be drawn into proxy battles that have domino effects on security, foreign investment and trade relationships.
A revamped agreement must factor in modern geopolitical and trade dynamics, and constraints facing African producers.
For Africa, the rise of the global south is necessary to achieve the continent’s development goals.
Africa will feel the effects, but smart countries could derive some benefits from the Red Sea turmoil.
Regardless of what the World Court decides, a recalibration of South Africa’s bilateral relations will be needed.
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