US influence in Africa at risk as China expands control over critical minerals

Washington has cut aid to Africa while keeping a copper railway. China, meanwhile, kept building. New polls show who is winning the race for the minerals that power electricity grids and artificial intelligence. The United States has reduced its aid to African nations but maintained control of a key copper railway. China has continued to expand its presence across the continent. New polling data reveals which country is gaining the upper hand in the competition for critical minerals. These minerals are essential for building power grids and advancing AI technology. The findings suggest China is making stronger gains in the race for resources that will shape the global economy.