Darren Taylor

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Race for Resources Intensifies as Saudis Pump Billions Into Africa

JOHANNESBURG – The United States and China face increased competition in Africa from so-called middle powers, notably the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), which is rapidly expanding its economic and military presence on the continent, analysts say.Often cited as Washington’s main ally in the...
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