The Empire Is Losing Its Grip: The Great Power Scramble for Africa Has Begun
Africa is becoming a major battleground for global geopolitical influence as the United States, China, Russia, Europe, India, Turkey and Gulf states compete for stronger economic, diplomatic and security partnerships across the continent. From Chinese infrastructure and trade to Russian security cooperation and American military and diplomatic engagement, the changing balance of power in Africa is reshaping international relations. At the same time, African governments are increasingly pursuing strategic autonomy, using competition between global powers to secure investment, infrastructure, technology, markets and security partnerships that serve their national interests.
Sep 25, 2026
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