Egypt has emerged as Africa’s sole representative in Gallup’s 2026 ranking of the countries Americans view most favourably, while South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya were left out of the 21-nation list.
The North African country received a 59% favourable rating, placing it 11th among the 21 countries assessed in Gallup’s annual World Affairs poll and among those viewed positively by most Americans.
The result was supported in part by favourable views among Republicans, whose foreign-policy positions largely align with President Donald Trump’s administration.
However, Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country and one of its largest consumer markets, was not included.
Similarly, South Africa, one of the continent’s most industrialised economies, and Kenya, a major commercial and diplomatic centre in East Africa, were absent.
