As geopolitical tensions mount, African leaders must adapt to a rapidly shifting global order. Trump’s meeting with Zelensky underscores the far-reaching impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, including its impact on Africa. While some African nations stand to benefit from Europe’s shift away from Russian energy, soaring fuel and fertilizer costs threaten economic stability, particularly as agriculture contributes 30–40% of the continent’s GDP. Many countries, heavily dependent on Ukrainian and Russian wheat imports, face worsening food insecurity as price spikes strain supply chains and household budgets. Read more.