Some early congratulatory messages for Donald Trump’s re-election as U.S. president have poured in from various African leaders, expressing optimism about strengthened ties between their countries and the U.S. Notable messages came from Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, and Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa took to social media platform X to congratulate Trump, remarking that “the world needs more leaders who speak for the people” and affirming Zimbabwe’s readiness to work toward a prosperous and peaceful world alongside the United States.
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed also conveyed his congratulations on X, saying he looks forward to bolstering the relationship between the U.S. and Ethiopia and building on collaborative efforts throughout Trump’s term.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu expressed his eagerness to tackle shared challenges and foster economic cooperation, noting, “Together, we can foster economic cooperation, promote peace, and address global challenges that affect our citizens.”
Messages of congratulations also came from Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi, and Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, among others, each voicing a commitment to enhanced partnerships and collaboration on shared interests.
The African leaders’ messages underscore their hope for continued cooperation and strategic relations, aiming to achieve shared goals in economic development, peace, and global stability.
The impact of a Trump presidency on Africa would depend on his administration’s policies and priorities regarding trade, aid, and diplomatic relations with the continent. During Trump’s first term, U.S. engagement with Africa focused on trade and security partnerships, though the level of direct engagement with African leaders and investment in broader development initiatives was lower than previous administrations.
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