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Given this competitive backdrop, experts suggest that President Biden’s visit is a crucial signal of the U.S.'s rekindled commitment to Africa. The director of the Africa Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies remarked on the historical context, noting that no U.S. president had visited Africa since Barack Obama. This visit is not just symbolic; it reflects a much-needed initiative to bridge the investment gap.
Despite the enthusiasm among Angolan officials regarding the railway project, there remains a disconnect with local populations. Many citizens, including farmers, remain unaware of the implications of these investments—the benefits may not be fully realized if the information does not reach the grassroots levels.