A second Trump administration could focus on expanding U.S.-Africa trade through bilateral agreements, bolstering existing initiatives to tap into Africa’s youthful demographic, and reducing regulatory barriers for U.S. businesses. With China’s influence looming, the administration may intensify competition, particularly around critical minerals. Security initiatives, such as strengthening the US Africa Command would target regional terrorism, with the U.S. expected to provide robust support for anti-terror measures across Africa. The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) remains a potential tool for bolstering U.S.-Africa economic ties. Read more here.