in Abidjan

2 days ago | theafricareport.com | Julian Pecquet |in Abidjan

From raising tariffs to slashing support for the African Development Bank, US President Donald Trump’s disruptive policies have been central to countless distressed discussions at this week’s Africa CEO Forum (ACF) in Abidjan. America’s top diplomat for the 49 nations of sub-Saharan Africa, Troy Fitrell, says everyone needs to take a beat. The acting Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs expounded on US policies in an exclusive interview with The Africa Report.

2 days ago | theafricareport.com | Carien Du Plessis |in Abidjan

By Carien du Plessis, in Abidjan Reserved for subscribers Posted on May 13, 2025 08:40

3 days ago | theafricareport.com | Nicholas Norbrook |Carien Du Plessis |in Abidjan

In an exclusive interview with The Africa Report on the sidelines of the Africa CEO Forum on Monday, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said: “US President Donald Trump is a deal-maker, and I have been taught by the great Nelson Mandela to also do deals.” Get full access to The Africa Report

3 days ago | theafricareport.com | Julian Pecquet |in Abidjan

Good morning and Happy Monday from balmy Côte d’Ivoire, where The Africa Report’s parent company, the Jeune Afrique Media Group, is hosting its annual Africa CEO Forum (ACF).