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US energy partnership with Africa offers robust alternative to China, says Senator Ted Cruz

US should support investment in African exploration, production and infrastructure, Cruz tells African Energy Week attendees

US Senator Ted Cruz, the Republican chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health.
US Senator Ted Cruz, the Republican chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health.Photo: REUTERS/SCANPIX
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Published 30 September 2025, 18:16Updated 30 September 2025, 19:20
US Department of EnergyTed CruzJoshua VolzUnited StatesSouth Africa