Do Africa's leaders have a game plan' to deal with Trump?

"A big lesson for African leaders is that they have no one to blame but themselves if they fail to secure fair trade agreements with the United States."

"Trump's focus on trade instead of aid presents an opportunity for African leaders. They are being given a chance that was denied by colonial powers."

"Chihombori-Quao emphasizes that leaders should engage confidently, understanding that they have valuable resources to negotiate with the United States."

"She urges African leaders not to be intimidated by Trump's approach, reinforcing that the relationship should be mutually beneficial."

Arikana Chihombori-Quao highlights that Donald Trump's Africa policy signifies a positive shift towards trade over aid, providing African leaders with new opportunities. She asserts that leaders must take responsibility for their trade negotiations and not blame external factors for failures. This new approach contrasts with the exploitation witnessed during colonial times. Chihombori-Quao encourages African leaders to assert themselves in negotiations, emphasizing that they possess resources that the US also values, thereby fostering a more balanced relationship with the United States.

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