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What Donald Trump's America-first policy means for Africa

Donald Trump

US President-elect Donald Trump gestures as he meets with House Republicans on Capitol Hill in Washington on November 13, 2024.

Photo credit: Reuters

What you need to know:

  • The implications of the second Trump presidency – Trump 2.0 – is debated across the world.
  • Many observers are hoping that Trump 2.0 will improve the fortunes of some countries.
  • Trump’s America-first policy orientation means that interests and commitments to other countries and international affairs are secondary.

Donald Trump’s return as the president of the US in January 2025 is expected to usher in a transformation of US domestic and foreign affairs.

The implications of the second Trump presidency – Trump 2.0 – is debated across the world.