ANALYSIS: Can Africa turn Red Sea rivalries to its advantage?

African nations are increasingly positioned to leverage growing international competition for regional ports and security partnerships along the Red Sea. According to analysis from the Institute for Security Studies, this rising geopolitical rivalry provides African countries with new diplomatic and economic leverage.

However, this strategic advantage comes with significant risks. Analysts warn that these benefits depend entirely on the ability of African states to navigate the landscape carefully and avoid falling into deeper geopolitical fragmentation.