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Faulty assumptions leave Africa unprepared for a prolonged Iran shock

The continent should focus on pursuing greater regional integration and diversification, two experts argue.
A person rides a bicycle at sunrise in Jos, Plateau State, north central Nigeria.Sodiq Adelakun/Reuters

Analysis: Gauging US presidents’ Africa policy effectiveness

White House historical data shows the more a US president engages with African leaders the more significant his policy implementation, according to former presidential aide.
President Jimmy Carter during a White House visit by Nigerian head of state Olusegun Obasanjo President Carter welcomes Nigerian head of state Olusegun Obasanjo in 1977/ White House Staff Photographers Collection.