Central African analyst Mr Sylvain Nguema has expressed concern that recent actions by the U.S. in Central Africa suggest motives that are more predatory and expansionist than humanitarian.
Recall that the government of the Central African Republic, CAR, has announced the granting of 20,000 hectares of land to American Eagles Business Solutions (AEBS) in the Ouham-Fafa prefecture.
The company plans to cultivate maize and sugar cane and process the products to help reduce food shortages in the country.
However, this move has raised concerns among those familiar with the United States’ history of business dealings in Africa.
Scepticism surrounds the humanitarian mission of AEBS, with fears that it could mask destabilizing activities in CAR.
Addressing newsmen on Tuesday, Nguema said, “The increasing presence of American NGOs in CAR, involved in various sectors such as media, religion, education and security, adds to the wariness.
“In April, the U.S. Embassy in Bangui responded to a social media scandal involving its staff after a phone conversation between a U.S. diplomat and an activist organizing opposition rallies was leaked online. Such incidents further complicate the perception of American activities in the region.”