Africa in America’s world
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Africa in America’s world
Which African countries feature in Washington’s plan of rebalancing trade and promoting peace and stability?
The United States’ priorities of rebalancing trade, ensuring a positive business environment and promoting security and peace will feature prominently in future engagement with Africa.
The US has identified several countries in each region of the African continent that will play an important role in their strategy.
In southern Africa Zambia has been earmarked as an important partner.
US officials have on several occasions reaffirmed a desire to elevate bilaterial partnerships with Zambia, especially in terms of investment, economic reform and trade.
Mining important in Zambia’s future development
Zambia hosts a range of critical minerals and mining will play an increasingly important role in its future development.
Several American companies are already present in Zambia.
Although US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau’s visit to Africa this week doesn’t include Zambia, the country is strategic because of its critical minerals and trade corridors where China-led initiatives have already made inroads.
During his week-long trip to Africa this week, Landau will visit Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya and Djibouti.
According to the US Department of State, Landau will engage US companies operating and investing in Egypt and meet officials to discuss US-Egypt economic relationships and regional challenges.
“During his visit to Ethiopia, he will promote opportunities for US commercial engagement with both the Ethiopian government and the private sector and discuss security issues.”
Talking about regional issues
In Nairobi Landau will engage with Kenyan officials to talk about commercial engagement, counter-terrorism cooperation, Kenya’s contributions to security in Haiti, and broader regional issues.
Djibouti is important for trade, security and counterterrorism cooperation.
Although a state visit to West Africa is not on the cards right now, it is known that the US is watching Nigeria’s economic and demographic potential and there have been discussions about expanded engagement.
Remember that WhyAfrica will be on the ground in Zambia from 22 March to 02 April to connect the dots, so let us know if you would like to be part of the WhyAfrica Zambia story in 2026.
Image: Mining is the foundation of Zambia’s economy and copper production is key to the country’s future development. Image credit: Leon Louw for WhyAfrica.
Africa in America’s world