The Democratic Party’s victory in the November 3 US midterm elections could make President Donald Trump’s remaining foreign policy more unpredictable, creating new risks for African governments. Democratic control of Congress will increase oversight and obstruct parts of Trump’s legislative agenda, but the president could increasingly rely on executive powers to pursue his international priorities. South Africa and Rwanda face potential trade pressure, while the Democratic Republic of Congo could benefit from Washington’s interest in critical minerals and regional peace agreements. Kenya, Zambia, and Morocco are also strategically positioned through security, commercial, and mineral interests. Leverage therefore shifts toward African governments that offer strategic assets and diversify partners.
