China eliminated tariffs for 53 African nations while US Secretary of State Rubio praised imperialism. The collision reveals competing strategies for influence—and why Africa is done being anyone’s mineral mine
Washington’s playbook for global dominance, built on controlling oil, is becoming obsolete. As China masters the new energy transition, America’s ability to exert pressure is diminishing, forcing a fundamental rethink of its power
The Nigerian paradox—exporting crude oil while importing refined fuel—is not an anomaly but a feature of the system, shaped by Western and Chinese power to suppress African industrialization and lock continent into dependency
The Trump administration has embarked on a distinctive industrial policy, directly intervening in strategic sectors. This approach aims to bolster national self-sufficiency, reducing reliance on foreign supply chains, and reshaping global economic dynamics. Its implications are profound
Africa’s true size, obscured by Mercator’s colonial legacy, hides a continent brimming with demographic vigour and critical resources. For astute investors, understanding this reality is the first step towards capitalising on Africa’s strategic opportunity
Critical minerals are the backbone of the 21st century. As China tightens its grip, the U.S. and EU scramble to secure their own supply in a high-stakes geopolitical battle over resources and dominance
Trump’s new executive order seeks to supercharge domestic minerals production for national security. But will deregulation and financing shifts be enough to break U.S. dependence on foreign resources?