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The Trump administration is proving that a strong America always steps up where others falter. While Beijing plays dirty in Africa, sinking its claws through debt traps and coercive tactics, Trump is challenging this twisted game with strategy and real engagement. Under his leadership, the U.S. is trading handouts for partnerships. Speaking of handouts, the past administration was far too generous, throwing cash around without accountability while China cornered the continent. This time, real change is afoot—and it’s not based on dependency.
The Trump team has completely flipped Obama-era African policy on its head. Out with unchecked aid—let’s talk trade. America’s new approach, championed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, isn’t just about filling gaps. It’s boldly amplifying American values, putting our interests first. Lunch with African leaders at the White House isn’t just a friendly meet-and-greet; it’s a strategic alliance. Biden barely even hosted them, proving where his priorities didn’t lie. For an administration sleeping at the wheel, with Biden literally dozing off in Angola, it’s a total embarrassment compared to Trump’s proactive moves.
Let’s talk results. Trump has brokered peace between the DRC and Rwanda with a carrot-and-stick approach, sealing a rare earth minerals agreement simultaneously. This isn’t just peace for peace’s sake. Oh no, it’s about America stepping into the game of critical minerals. China was eagerly gobbling up Africa’s cobalt and coltan resources, crucial elements for tech devices, while Biden watched from the sidelines. Now, America has entered the field, with firms striking mineral deals and reshaping the landscape in a way that the previous administration never bothered to imagine.
The Trump Administration’s Africa Policy Is a Breath of Fresh Air—and Tough on Chinahttps://t.co/7JA5Vkgd1L
— RedState (@RedState) August 2, 2025
People may think America is bowing out of global politics, but Trump’s Africa policy shows how real power operates. He’s fully aware of Beijing’s tentacles spreading across Africa, with China gobbling up resources and exerting influence unchecked. To counter this, Trump’s promoting infrastructure projects like the Lobito Corridor to match Beijing’s grand Belt and Road fantasies. If Biden were still in office, you can bet China would own those roads by now. But under Trump, we are drawing red lines that Beijing cannot cross.
Recognizing Somaliland could be next—a savvy move that could cement America’s presence on the continent further. A military base at Berbera? That’s strategic gold, directly countering the Chinese foothold in Djibouti. Some folks like to bemoan Trump as too aggressive or bold, but this boldness is exactly what’s needed to lock down strategic and economic advantages. In a world where liberal naiveté almost cost America’s positions of power, Trump is the right mix of courage, insight, and maybe a bit of necessary audacity. Africa may have been misunderstood by others, but Trump’s not turning a blind eye. Ignore it at your peril, because this administration isn’t backing down or playing nice with globalist interests. If there’s a fight over Africa, America won’t be losing.
