A new cold war in Africa Teresa Nogueira PintoThe U.S. recognizes Africa’s strategic significance but its influence on the continent may be compromised by political polarization. It also has several military facilities in East Africa, West Africa and the Sahel region, where it plays a critical, albeit discreet, role in counterterrorism operations. The war in Ukraine is also expected to affect U.S. relations with Africa in the short to medium term. It is the main provider of military equipment to African countries (accounting for 44 percent of the continent’s arms imports). African countries will claim their right to remain neutral within this new cold war logic, engaging with various players according to their specific interests and needs.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 07, 2023 06:03 UTC