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Dan M. Ford

Donald Trump Africa trade
Africa

Trump's surprising swing in favor of sweeping 'duty free' Africa trade

The president wants to renew the popular AGOA act for one year, sparking new confidence in his commitment to the continent

Sudan
Africa

Sudan civil war takes dark turn as RSF launches 'parallel government'

Meanwhile US cancels peace talks, reflecting yet another intractable conflict on the administration's plate

Trump is blasting away at Somalia with zero effect
Africa

Trump is blasting away at Somalia with zero effect

The US is bombing while a number of countries with their own interests are engaging in counterterrorism on the ground. It isn't working.

herese Kayikwamba Wagner Congo Trump White House
QiOSK

On a roll: Trump to host 5 African leaders this week

Critics would say this active interest in the continent is purely transactional. But to get to deals, there must be peace.

Could Trump's Congo-Rwanda mineral deals actually save lives?
Africa

Could Trump's Congo-Rwanda mineral deals actually save lives?

The admin is signing peace and economic pacts today with countries that should be bursting with investment, not swimming in blood.