West Africa: U.S. Withdrawal From Niger Signals a Shift in Western Influence in the Sahel

US withdrawal from Niger could pose significant obstacles to counter-terrorism efforts in the Sahel region with repercussions for the entire continent.China and Russia are both broadening their economic and military footholds in Africa.

The recent news emerged after a visit to the country by prominent officials from the US government. This delegation included the US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs,Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs, Celeste Wallander, and AFRICOM Commander Michael Langley.

The American expulsion from Niger has a profound impact on its global leadership role in peace and security. This role is already diminishing as rising powers call forin the decision-making process at the UN Security Council, commensurate with their contributions to global peace and security through troop and police deployments in peace operations. Moreover,to the United Nations declined since the Trump administration, although the United States remains the largest contributor.

The recent incidents in Niger represent a significant setback for the United States and its European allies. These events, along with other developments, particularly in Francophone Africa, signal a new era of African elites taking charge of African affairs on the continent. A decade ago, such openly embarrassing events would have been unthinkable. However, African leaders are increasingly expressing disagreement and defiance towards the demands of Western powers, especially France.

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