U.S. faces a double challenge in Africa as China dominates and Russia expands its influence by more than a quarter
The U.S., China, and Russia are actively reshaping geopolitical dynamics across Africa, where Washington faces a growing dual challenge as Beijing maintains economic dominance and Moscow expands its influence.
By Awogbemila TemitopeSouth Africa

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on the left, United States President Donald Trump in the center, and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the right. [Image Credit: WGI]
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- November 3, 2026
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- Awogbemila Temitope
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