# Who is actually trying to take control of Africa?

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Podcast: [Jerm Warfare](https://stenobird.com/podcast/jerm-warfare-7121194)
Published: 2026-04-14T04:40:45+00:00
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Nobody cares about Africa. But I do. I’m an African and I live in Africa. South Africa is my home, and always will be. I don’t intend on leaving. I often hear that China is trying to take over Africa. You’ve probably heard it—maybe even said it. But where does this idea come from, and what’s it really based on? In this week’s UK Column banter with Mike Robinson and Charles Malet, we break down how it’s actually Western interests that have controlled Africa, still control it, and aim to keep controlling it in the future. ➡️ My UK Column podcast: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare 📺 YouTube version: https://youtu.be/xpYNVjP0dDg?si=qZyKmA4xQk7T2aoG ✉️ Follow my awesome work: https://www.jermwarfare.com/#/portal/signup

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