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African Macroeconomics Under Trump 2.0
Authors
Sampawende J. Tapsoba
March 24, 2025
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Economy
Macroeconomics and regulation
North America
Africa

The return of President Donald Trump could significantly impact macroeconomic policy in Africa. The effects may vary across the continent. Nations that remain neutral towards U.S. influence are likely to benefit, while those aligned with the U.S.'s rivals or lacking immediate economic advantages may be deprioritized in U.S. foreign policy. In this article, we examine the channels through which U.S. policies and the change in political discourse could affect macroeconomic policies in Africa.

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