In 2009 , Obama 's first year in office , China overtook America as Africa 's largest trading partner . Obama , ` ` son '' of Obama , remains hugely popular on the continent . Note : George W. Bush has more commitment to Africa in first place than Obama . Is unlikely to see any political benefit in launching African aid programs .
Obama , ` ` son '' of Obama , remains hugely popular on the continent . Note : George W. Bush has more commitment to Africa in first place than Obama . Is unlikely to see any political benefit in launching African aid programs .