U.S. inconsistency pushes Africa toward Russia and China: Andreas Kluth

The U.S. has struggled to maintain consistent engagement with Africa, as demonstrated by President Biden's delayed visit to Angola. Despite attempts to promote projects like the Lobito Corridor and advocate for Africa's representation at the UN, America's presence remains inconsistent, leading many Africans to view it as an unreliable partner. This perception pushes Africa closer to Moscow and Beijing, whose influence has grown rapidly through economic and military involvement, filling the gaps left by Washington's inconsistent policies.

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By Andreas Kluth

Africans may comfort themselves that greeting a lame duck from Washington is better than hosting no duck at all. Having postponed his first and only trip to Africa as president, Joe Biden now has new plans to visit Angola — in December, a month before he exits the White House. 

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