The Atlantic Council posted on 1 May 2024 a commentary titled "With Africa's Minerals in Demand, Russia and the US Each Offer What the Other Can't" by Alexander Tripp.
The author argues that African countries must choose wisely between the United States and its economic development support and Russia and its direct military support. Juntas and dictatorships will likely choose Russia as it offers equipment and military support they need to stay in power. Russia and the United States will continue to offer what the other can't.
