Several factors attest to the still-strong Turkey-Africa relations. A large number of Turkish TV series are also popular with viewers on the continent. However, academics analyzing Africa relations in Turkey know that the beginning stage has matured into an established bond for the bilateral relations, which have consistently improved since 1998. However, despite such efforts, no concrete steps have been taken by the country’s opposition parties – leaving Erdoğan to manage the ties alone. One strategy could include first researching both the perception of Africa in Turkey and the thoughts about Turkey in Africa.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 09, 2021 21:07 UTC