Africa attracts increased investment amid US-Israel conflict

George Wylesol: George Wylesol is a Baltimore-based illustrator, designer, and educator who creates editorial, advertising, and graphic novel work featuring clean lines, bright colors, and grungy textures drawn from everyday life, video games, and religious iconography. He teaches illustration courses at Towson University and has contributed to clients such as The New York Times, Adidas, and Penguin Books while publishing his own graphic novels. He provided the illustrations for this Bloomberg Businessweek feature on investment opportunities in Africa. Minerals Competition: US companies are prioritizing access to Africa's critical minerals resources in the context of heightened global competition. Energy Sector Interest: African energy projects are drawing increased attention as investors look to reduce reliance on Middle Eastern supplies amid ongoing disruptions. Geopolitical Diversification: The US-Israel conflict with Iran has exposed vulnerabilities in global energy and trade routes, driving companies and countries to seek alternatives in African industries.